Durango Independent Film Festival is proud to present the 2023 Manhattan Short Film Festival  for two screenings, one night only on September 28 at the Durango Arts Center.

These short films not only entertain a global audience but will be judged by our local audience as well. Cinema goers will become instant film critics as they will be handed a ballot upon entry that allows them to vote for Best Film and Best Actor. Votes are sent through to Manhattan Short HQ with the winners announced following the final day of the festival.

Past finalists have achieved the ultimate in recognition by being nominated and even winning Oscars in the short film category.  Manhattan Short is known as a breeding ground for the next big thing in film.