2024 Oscar Nominated Shorts – Documentary
Explore the human experience through the lens of real-life stories with this year’s Oscar-nominated short films in the documentary category. From tales of resilience and hope to poignant examinations of social issues, these films offer a glimpse into diverse worlds and perspectives, highlighting the power of storytelling to provoke thought and inspire change.
Island in Between
A personal, poetic look at the uneasy peace on the frontline between Taiwan and China.
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Nǎi Nai & Wài Pó
A multigenerational story celebrating director Sean Wang’s two grandmothers, one on his father’s side and the other on…
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The ABCs of Book Banning
In recent years, more than 2,500 books have been removed from school districts around the US, labeled as…
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The Last Repair Shop
In a warehouse in the heart of Los Angeles, a dwindling handful of devoted craftspeople maintain more than…
The Barber of Little Rock
One man’s fight for a just economy