Official Selection 2025

Eight programmes, each a curated journey through the artistry, storytelling, and imagination of short film. This year’s line-up spans every mood and genre - from laugh-out-loud comedies to urgent documentaries, surreal animations to poignant dramas - all celebrating the power of short-form cinema on the big screen.

Tickets Available Now

The Smalls Film Festival is heading to London for its 18th annual edition, bringing the very best short films from around the world to Curzon Hoxton cinema. A limited number of tickets are available, with each feature-length screening priced at just £5. Secure your seat, discover bold new voices, and immerse yourself in a weekend of unforgettable cinema.

A destination for film lovers and film makers since 2006

As the roots of The Smalls, an international community of creatives, our annual film festival promises a showcase of contemporary filmmaking from around the world. Find out more about us here.