MFF 2025 Award Winning Shorts

Eight-two year old mensch, Ted Grossman, has been wowing Miami audiences on Sunday nights with his jazz radio program, Night Train, for 47 years. Meet this commentator, connoisseur, convener, and comedian —-if he lets you get a word in.

Amid Miami’s ever-changing skyline, Test of Time uncovers the untold stories of the city’s longest-standing restaurants and bars, exploring their resilience, legacy, and the family traditions that have kept them alive for over 30 years. In this episode, we follow Bill Archer and his family’s beloved institution, The Big Cheese, as they navigate decades of challenges, proving that true community staples are built to last.

From retired immigrant to recognized artist, George Voronovsky’s journey is an unlikely tale of discovery and acclaim.

In pursuit of a life on stage, a singer without legs confronts exploitation and imposter syndrome as she chases her dreams.

An obsessive basketball fan cracks the code for getting on his home arena’s Jumbotron and decides to wield his new power for good.

Three mountain bikers escape from their daily struggles through the sport of mountain biking and the strong community that surrounds it.

Rhys, a dedicated people pleaser, winds up at their boss’ gender reveal party with their two partners. The trans throuple soon realizes that they are dealing with more than they were prepared for and their ability to survive the event comes into question.

A Cuban woman ventures into the Miami neighborhood of Little Haiti in order to find the man in one of her son’s paintings.