Unravelled (Dir: Esme Solomon)

A cowgirl raids a cowboy’s treasures in search of something important.

Birdwatcher (Dir: Michael Evan Teo)

A routine mission briefing between two spies goes awry as rumours about a mole within their organisation surfaces.

The Darkling Fox (Dir: Henry Fish)

After getting trapped in an isolated woodland, a gruff hunter begins to be tormented by his former prey.

Ghost Insurance (Dir: Django Pinter)

Stressed about the supernatural? Paul is selling ghost insurance policies, but one family isn’t convinced.

Terrar (Dir: Evan Chapman)

In an underdeveloped world, two scientists discover they live within a student science experiment.

Short Staffed (Dir: David McCarrison)

A job interview at a record shop takes a dark turn.

Malus (Dir: Josh Martin)

A man takes a horrific, psychedelic trip through a series of bizarre rooms after taking a new drug.

Hollow (Dir: Nikola Radivojevic)

A man experiences genuine horror when he is faced with his past.

Bogeyman (Dir: Mark Moody)

Heather walks home at night isolated and alone. She hears something strange and decides to investigate!

Every year Cinemagic receive hundreds of entries into CINEMAGIC YOUNG FILMMAKER from young people wishing to share their stories with a wider audience. In 2023 they received over 700 short film submissions from the next generation of young creatives, from throughout the UK and Ireland, and are delighted to share with you the competition shortlists.

Content warning: This package contains flashing images which may affect viewers who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy.

Age Suitability: This shorts package has been given an age recommendation of 15+ due to adult themes and strong language.

Screening as part of the Cinemagic Film Festival. For more information about the festival visit cinemagic.org.uk.