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24. Who likes short shorts?
Homework
The best way to learn how the limits of short film can be pushed and experimented with is simply by watching the best of the best. These guys are up-and-coming talents on the top of their game, so take note.
We like short shorts!
Get yourself on Vimeo and watch as many short films as you possibly can. Find award-winning shorts if you can – see what you’re up against.
Watch many different types of shorts too. See what can be achieved in a 90-second story. If you can find them, the Oscars shorts will offer inspiration.
Next step
Go back to your opening scenes. Brainstorm all the alternative ideas that could hurl your story into motion faster. Take the most cogent ideas, and update your script.