Prelude of a Story (16 mins)
Directed by. Ashley Salman
Chile
DOCS@NIFF
A daughter uncovers her mother’s past, unraveling the impact of abuse on womanhood.

Goodnight (15 mins)
Directed by. Shrawan Shakya
NATIONAL SHORTS
Sneha struggles with her mother’s death while caring for her Alzheimer’s grandmother.

Ana Morphose (10 mins) ANIMATED
Directed by. Joao Rodrigues
Portugal
INTERNATIONAL SHORTS
Ana navigates a dreamlike world where books reshape reality, seeking her escape.

Dreamlink (19 mins)
Directed by. Kalani Gacon
Australia
INTERNATIONAL SHORTS
An influencer mother and daughter reconnect through a dream-reality app.

Ecdysis (25 mins)
Directed by. Prajwol Bista
NATIONAL SHORTS
A boy’s psychological turmoil drives his transition into adulthood.