Short Cuts

Indie Film Fest

Filmmakers get the chance to introduce themselves and their work,

meet creators, connect with the local film community, and hear

real reactions from an audience.

Four filmmakers together at Short Cuts Indie Film Festival

SEASON 3 · Friday, November 20, 2026

Doors 5:30 PM · Show 6:00 PM

Strix Studios · Denville, New Jersey

Film lovers gathered for a Short Cuts screening
Celebrating a filmmaker at the Short Cuts awards

Friends. Filmmakers. Films.

Independent Short Films

Live Filmmaker Conversations

Honest Feedback

Watch original stories from emerging filmmakers, hear the judges’ reactions, and join the discussion after each screening.

Meet fellow film lovers and creators during the mixer and intermission.

The Experience

voices from the Filmmakers

“A wonderful setup and showcase for filmmakers to show and tell and talk about it.”

— Adam Ansorge · FilmFreeway, May 2026

“This festival is a hidden gem”

— Rick Kain · FilmFreeway, June 2025

Short Cuts

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Strix Media

30 Broad Street, Suite 6B

Denville, NJ 07834

Venue

Get in Touch

Questions about screenings, submissions, or getting involved?

shortcutsindiefilmfestival@gmail.com