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 Merit – “Small Town Girls” (USA)

Title: Small Town Girls
Runtime: 4 min
Country: USA
Director: Layal Hamdeh
Placement: Award of Merit
Competition: March, 2026

Synopsis: Feeling confined by their small empty town and unambitious locals, Jasmine and Sarah entertain the idea of moving away to New York.

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Award of Merit – “Small Town Girls” (USA)