Live Action Short Films
2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films
Roadside Attractions presents the Oscar-Nominated Short Films, opening on Feb. 20th. With all three categories offered – Animated, Live Action, and Documentary – this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences around the country and the world, don’t miss this year’s selection of shorts. The Academy Awards take place Sunday, March 15th.
DOCUMENTARY SHORTS (Estimated Running Time: 158 min)
All the Empty Rooms
Armed Only with a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud
Children No More: “Were and Are Gone”
The Devil Is Busy
Perfectly a Strangeness
*Some films in this program contain adult language, adult themes, and sensual images. Recommended for persons 17 and up.
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