Our Best Short Film winner will receive our custom Global Shorts statuette which we ship anywhere in the world, free of charge. The award is manufactured by Society Awards, the same awards company that manufactures the Golden Globe and the Emmy. All winners will receive our Global Shorts Winner laurels in black, white, and gold.

Award of Excellence – “Sentient” (Australia)

Title: Sentient
Runtime: 33 min
Country: Australia
Director: Kayley Atkinson
Placement: Award of Excellence
Competition: March, 2025

Synopsis: Ella and her friends take a weekend getaway to rural Australia to disconnect from their devices and reconnect with one another. However, an evil presence has other plans for them.

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Award of Excellence – “Sentient” (Australia)