Cinecity Open Shorts

The Cinecity Open programme has been selected from open submissions to the festival, and it boasts an impressive lineup of short films that are sure to captivate audiences. With a total runtime of approximately 100 minutes, the programme includes films such as "Dead to Door", a 12-minute short about a ghost hire service, and "Driver Change", a 5-minute comedy about two bus drivers having a disastrous shift change.

The programme also features more dramatic films, like "The Easy Way Out", a 14-minute story about a man trying to save his brother from taking his own life, and "Green Grass", a 17-minute film about an undergrad who discovers the cost of his life's choices. Other notable films include "Landscape Walking", a 10-minute documentary about an artist dealing with memory loss, and "The Last Pancake", a 9-minute magical-realist drama about a woman who awakens her suppressed appetite.

The Cinecity Open programme will be presented in partnership with CINECITY at Fabrica in Brighton on Wednesday, 11 November 2026. The event is certified 15, and tickets or details can be found with the button beside this article. The programme's diverse range of films is sure to offer something for every viewer, making it an exciting event for film enthusiasts.

The films in the programme showcase a variety of themes and styles, from comedy and drama to documentary and experimental film. "Melting Sea", a 6-minute film, features heavily decayed amateur footage of seascapes, while "Stilt. Nail. Type." is a 9-minute analogue triptych exploring movement and repetition. "We Are Persons", a 6-minute collaboration between Andrew Kötting and his daughter Eden, gently nudges viewers towards self-reflection and what it means to be human.

The Cinecity Open programme is a unique opportunity to experience the work of local filmmakers and discover new talent. With its diverse range of films and themes, it is an event not to be missed, and viewers can look forward to a thought-provoking and entertaining evening at Fabrica in Brighton on 11 November 2026.