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From April 1 to 6, the seventeenth edition of Go Short took place. In and around LUX, as well as at various other locations in Nijmegen, you could once again enjoy the best that short film has to offer.

Here's what you saw at Go Short

Competitions


More than 100 films, four unique competitions, one goal: the coveted Go Short Awards. Visitors met the filmmakers, experienced the stories, and discovered the very best that short film had to offer.

Film & debate


Films on current topics, interspersed with discussions between filmmakers, experts, and the audience. Visitors dove deeper into social issues and contributed to the debate.

Late night


As the sun sets, the real adventure begun. Late Night brought you films that kept you awake: from creepy horror to seductive erotica and everything in between.

Experiment


Here, the future of cinema was discovered. Visitors were surprised by films that challenged rules, broke conventions, and showed what happened when creativity was given free rein.

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We are Go short

Go Short is a place where creators explore boundaries and the audience is challenged. With powerful stories that show the world in a new way.

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FAQ

How long (or short) are short films?

Short films last a maximum of 30 minutes.

How are the film programs structured?

An average of 3-6 short films are shown in a film program. Together, they explore different aspects of a single overarching theme. The film blocks typically last about 1.5 hours.

Are there breaks in the film programs?

No, the film programs are without a break.

Are the films subtitled?

Most films have English subtitles, except for the english spoken films. The Comedy Shorts and Oscar Shorts have Dutch subtitles. For specific information about each program, please refer to the program description.

Are there special screenings or programs aimed at children?

Definitely. For the youngest (2+), we have Go Short x LUX Mini. We also offer film programs for ages 5+ and 9+.