2026 Manhattan Short Film Festival
Location
Walter Reid Cultural Centre Auditorium
About
Experience the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL in Rockhampton!
Rocky Flix Inc. proudly presents the MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL on Saturday 3 October 2026 in 2 sessions (2:00PM and 7:00PM) at the Walter Reid Cultural Centre. Ten finalists from ten countries have been selected. Each session will screen the ten finalists.
Join over 100,000 film lovers in 500+ cities worldwide for an unforgettable afternoon or evening of storytelling. You'll watch 10 Oscar-qualified short films and vote for Best Film and Best Actor right here in Rockhampton!
YOU BE THE JUDGE!
Rocky Flix Inc. proudly presents the MANHATTAN SHORT FILM FESTIVAL on Saturday 3 October 2026 in 2 sessions (2:00PM and 7:00PM) at the Walter Reid Cultural Centre. Ten finalists from ten countries have been selected. Each session will screen the ten finalists.
Join over 100,000 film lovers in 500+ cities worldwide for an unforgettable afternoon or evening of storytelling. You'll watch 10 Oscar-qualified short films and vote for Best Film and Best Actor right here in Rockhampton!
YOU BE THE JUDGE!
Your vote contributes to a global tally, with winners announced on Monday 5 October 2026.
This is a truly exclusive event, with Rockhampton one of only 10 screening locations in Australia. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this international film phenomenon.
This is a truly exclusive event, with Rockhampton one of only 10 screening locations in Australia. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this international film phenomenon.
View the Trailer (cut and paste) https://www.manhattanshort.com/trailers/2026_MANHATTAN_SHORT_TRAILER_MP4.zip
Event Details:
🎥 Each session runs approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes
🍷 The bar opens 45 minutes before each session
♿ Please save front-row seats for people with limited mobility
🎟️ Tickets are limited and non-refundable.
Proudly sponsored by Bolsover Dental Practice.
