Showcasing the next generation of Australian filmmakers and storytellers.
Open to young filmmakers aged 18 and under, it celebrates bold ideas, creativity and original storytelling through film.
Selected films premiere at the Very Short Film Festival in Hobart, Tasmania, before touring nationally as part of the VSFF program.
The new VSFF Schools Program brings everything you need to teach filmmaking together in one package — students learn from a curated collection of some of Australia’s best very short films, then put that learning into practice with ready-to-use teaching resources and practical filmmaking tools that guide them from idea to screen.
It all leads to the 2027 VSFF challenge — students respond to the annual Signature and create an original film of five minutes or less, ready for entry.
The VSFF Schools Program will be a paid school package. Full program details and pricing coming soon.
Register your interest to get your school involved.
“I’ve always wanted to tell a family fable that was passed down to my father, then to me… and thought it would be the perfect story to share for this awesome film festival. Seeing my film on a big screen for the first time was an amazing experience! And winning at the VSFF feels surreal, but I’m very grateful for the opportunity.”
The Polish Nut by Dylan Burrows
Kinetic Connection by Hayden Best
Created by VSFF mentors, this step-by-step guide supports students, teachers and first-time filmmakers creating work for the Very Short Film Festival.
It covers planning, production and post, with practical tips to help young creators bring their stories to life.
Download the guide and start making your VSFF short film.
Think up a story with a meaning – include the VSFF annual signature.
Grab a camera or your phone and shoot a film under 5 mins
Enter in the category for 18 + under
Selected films screen at the National Premiere and tour Australia
