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CHIC MAMA DRAMA is a scripted comedy series about the behind-the-scenes of Anne Stedman making a talk show, running a fashion website, being an actress...all while being a mom. Somehow always sorting out the hot mess that's in front of her. Episode 1: When Anne arrives to pick up her Chic Mama Carpool guest, Laura Wasser she encounters a curious stranger and things begin to get a little too personal. Episode 2: Anne gets locked out of her house an hour before an important meeting. In an attempt to still make the meeting, she asks her judgemental neighbor for help. *This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Penelope loves chaos, Kate craves control, and together they navigate the wild ride of adult life. From flirting to freedom, betrayals to bad decisions and a few fucks in between, they start to realise that maybe things really are, THAT DEEP. Not That Deep is a sharp, unfiltered series following two best friends as they navigate the mess of modern adulthood. One impulsive decision, overshared text, and unexpected breakthrough at a time. Across hookups, heartbreaks, and healing hangovers, the series dives headfirst into themes of identity, intimacy, and independence, proving that beneath every I'm fine is something much deeper. With biting humour and heartfelt moments, Not That Deep reflects a generation that is learning to feel everything while pretending to feel nothing. *This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

When life gives most people lemons, Jake somehow ends up with a live grenade. A painfully relatable comedy about one guys daily descent into chaos. *This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

She is bossy until she encounters a mysterious woman late at night, triggering a chilling spiral of paranoia and fear. As reality blurs, she wakes from a nightmare only to find the real terror has just begun.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

In 1998, a young couple disappeared by the pond. Their bodies were found days later, drowned and still close together. Locals say on quiet days, you can still see them having lunch where they once did.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Lars (Bryant Sands) tries to expose the shallowness of his classmates by interviewing Chrissy (Ellie Gerber), the most popular girl in his high school. But he realizes there is more depth to her than he expected. Chrissy herself is drawn to the moody but intelligent Lars. As the chemistry between them becomes too obvious to ignore, they do what any normal teenager would: they fight it.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Two souls who have loved each other throughout time meet again in this life. They hope that this time they will be able to conclude their love story as they have always wanted, but just as in other lives, they will have to face betrayals, envy, and evil forces that seek to prevent it. Will Emma and Arturo finally be able to be together forever in this life? Or will they have to continue searching for each other through time until they achieve it?*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

A thrilling trip through Darwin‑Award‑style accidents, CSI‑parody investigations, and the off‑kilter world of Accidental Affairs, created by Tom Konkle and David Beeler—a surreal, vertical series that blends Adult Swim-esque absurdity with CSI tropes. The story of a so-called elite team that investigates work‑place accidents and safety violations… but accidentally makes everything far worse. Directed by Tom Konkle. Written and created by Konkle and Beeler. Each case on the show parodies recognizable CSI tropes—investigation boards, VFX reconstructions—except the investigators are monstrosities of incompetence who amplify the chaos. Perfectly aligned with vertical comedy series tone—snappy, absurd, visually bold, formatted for mobile audiences.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Cholo Chaplín, a boy whose only sin was being born. While making the rounds at the park he calls home, Cholo comes to the rescue and makes a new friend.*This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

2 Friends get stuck on the side of the road as they look for help the stumble upon a mysterious box that leads them into each others mind and they have to find their way back to each other. *This entry is participating in the ReelShort Reel Vertical Impact contest

Join us as we celebrate the 2025 ReelShort Awards to crown the best talent and most compelling stories in the world of vertical short dramas. Hit play, relive the magic, and see who took home the trophy in 2025.