<p>For over a decade, ShortsHD has proudly brought the Oscar Nominated Short Films to audiences across the globe. This exclusive release features the year's most spectacular short films across Live Action, Animation and Documentary, and for a limited time is available to watch on the big screen.</p>

<p><i>2016 Obama's America</i> takes audiences on a gripping visual journey into the heart of the world's most powerful office to reveal the struggle of whether one man's past will redefine America over the next four years. The film examines the question, "If Obama wins a second term, where will we be in 2016?"</p><p>Across the globe and in America, people in 2008 hungered for a leader who would unite and lift us from economic turmoil and war. True to America's ideals, they invested their hope in a new kind of president, Barack Obama. What they didn't know is that Obama is a man with a past, and in powerful ways that past defines him--who he is, how he thinks, and where he intends to take America and the world.</p><p>Immersed in exotic locales across four continents, best selling author Dinesh D'Souza races against time to find answers to Obama's past and reveal where America will be in 2016. During this journey he discovers how Hope and Change became radically misunderstood, and identifies new flashpoints for hot wars in mankind's greatest struggle. The journey moves quickly over the arc of the old colonial empires, into America's empire of liberty, and we see the unfolding realignment of nations and the shape of the global future.</p><p>Emotionally engaging, <i>2016 Obama's America</i> will make you confounded and cheer as you discover the mysteries and answers to your greatest aspirations and worst fears.</p><p>Love him or hate him, you don't know him.</p>

<p>For the 11th consecutive year, Shorts HD and Magnolia Pictures present the Oscar-Nominated Short Films. With all three categories offered - Animated, Live Action and Documentary - this is your annual chance to predict the winners (and have the edge in your Oscar pool)! A perennial hit with audiences around the country (and now the world), don't miss this year's selection of shorts. </p>

<p>Newly appointed PR Captains Rory and Joseph must work together to create the perfect student leadership council.</p>

<p>In the second part of the leadership trilogy Rory and Joseph continue their journey to create the ultimate leadership council.</p>

<p>In the epic conclusion of the Leadership Council trilogy, Rory and Joseph must find the final piece of the puzzle to complete their council and create the ultimate team.</p>

<p>2026 CORTIS TOUR PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN IN LA: LIVE VIEWING</p>

<p>Each year, the Walt Disney Company pauses to honor the visionaries who have shaped its magical legacy, and this documentary captures the glittering spectacle of the 2026 Disney Legends Awards Ceremony. The film brings viewers inside an evening of heartfelt tribute and celebration, as a new class of icons is inducted into the Disney pantheon for their indelible contributions to the worlds of film, television, and theme parks. As the ceremony unfolds, the narrative weaves together archival footage and intimate moments, showcasing the profound impact these artists and innovators have had on global pop culture. From the emotional acceptance speeches to the star-studded reunion of colleagues and friends, the atmosphere is one of reverence, joy, and nostalgia. The documentary explores the deep personal connections each honoree shares with the Disney legacy, highlighting the creative risks and enduring passion behind their most beloved works. It is a moving testament to the power of storytelling, offering a captivating look at the luminaries who continue to inspire generations of dreamers and the timeless magic they have brought to life.</p>

<p>In a breathtaking showcase of culture, athleticism, and unity, the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony invites viewers into a world where the spirit of competition meets the artistry of human expression. As the ceremony unfolds, a diverse ensemble of athletes from around the globe, each embodying their nation's pride and determination, gathers to celebrate the commencement of the Games. Among them are seasoned champions driven by their lifelong dreams, as well as newcomers eager to make their mark on the international stage.</p> <p>The ceremony is not just a display of sportsmanship but also a vibrant tapestry of Italian heritage, featuring captivating performances that blend traditional music, dance, and modern technology. As the event progresses, tensions arise as different factions within the organizing committee clash over the ceremony's creative direction, risking the very essence of what the Olympics represent. With a backdrop of stunning visuals and a pulsating soundtrack, the atmosphere is electric, promising a memorable experience that transcends mere competition. Viewers are drawn into this celebration of resilience and hope, eagerly anticipating the stories of triumph that will emerge in the days to come.</p>

<p>The "2026 Oscar-Nominated Short Films" collection invites viewers on a captivating journey through a diverse spectrum of animated storytelling, where imagination knows no bounds. Each short film introduces unique characters, from a resourceful young dreamer navigating a surreal world to an unlikely hero confronting extraordinary challenges, all brought to life through stunning animation and poignant narratives. These shorts explore themes of hope, resilience, and the human spirit, offering glimpses into lives shaped by courage and unexpected connections. The tension and emotion build with every frame, drawing audiences into richly crafted worlds that balance whimsy with profound insight. With a tone that ranges from heartwarming to thought-provoking, this anthology showcases the artistry and innovation defining the best of contemporary animation, promising an unforgettable experience that celebrates creativity and storytelling excellence.</p>

<p>After the first manned mission to Mars ends in a deadly crash, mission controller Mackenzie 'Mack' Wilson (Sackhoff) assists an artificial intelligence system, A.R.T.I. Their investigation uncovers a mysterious object under the surface of Mars, that could change the future of our planet as we know it.</p>

<p>He was a writer. He thought he wrote about the future but it really was the past. In his novel, a mysterious train left for 2046 every once in a while. Everyone who went there had the same intention--to recapture their lost memories. It was said that in 2046, nothing ever changed. Nobody knew for sure if it was true, because nobody who went there had ever come back - except for one. He was there. He chose to leave. He wanted to change.</p>

<p>By the year 2067, Earth has been ravaged by climate change and humanity is forced to live on artificial oxygen. An illness caused by the synthetic O2 is killing the worlds’ population and the only hope for a cure comes in the form of a message from the future: “Send Ethan Whyte”. Ethan, an underground tunnel worker, is suddenly thrust into a terrifying new world full of unknown danger as he must fight to save the human race.</p>

In 1999, a teen girl keeps close tabs on a boy in school on behalf of her deeply smitten best friend – then she gets swept up in a love story of her own.

<p>In the heart of a bustling metropolis, a legendary but fading film studio becomes the unlikely battleground for the soul of cinema itself. As a new corporate regime threatens to erase its storied past, a passionate archivist and a cynical, old-guard producer find themselves in a desperate race against time. They must navigate a labyrinth of forgotten vaults and hidden histories, unearthing cinematic treasures that hold the key to the studio's future. This heartfelt drama, blending elements of mystery and light adventure, explores the clash between art and commerce, memory and progress. With the studio's iconic legacy hanging in the balance, this unlikely duo discovers that the most powerful stories are often the ones waiting to be remembered.</p>

<p>Set in Santa Barbara, the film follows Dorothea Fields (Annette Bening), a determined single mother in her mid-50s who is raising her adolescent son, Jamie (newcomer Lucas Jade Zumann, in a breakout performance) at a moment brimming with cultural change and rebellion. Dorothea enlists the help of two younger women in Jamie's upbringing -- via Abbie (Greta Gerwig), a free-spirited punk artist living as a boarder in the Fields' home, and Julie (Elle Fanning), a savvy and provocative teenage neighbor.</p>

<p>Columbia Pictures' high stakes action adventure "21" is inspired by the true story of the very brightest young minds in the country -- and how they took Vegas for millions.</p><p>Ben Campbell (Jim Sturgess) is a shy, brilliant M.I.T. student who -- needing to pay school tuition -- finds the answers in the cards. He is recruited to join a group of the school's most gifted students that heads to Vegas every weekend armed with fake identities and the know-how to turn the odds at blackjack in their favor. With unorthodox math professor and stats genius Micky Rosa (Kevin Spacey) leading the way, they've cracked the code. By counting cards and employing an intricate system of signals, the team can beat the casinos big time. Seduced by the money, the Vegas lifestyle, and by his smart and sexy teammate, Jill Taylor (Kate Bosworth), Ben begins to push the limits. Though counting cards isn't illegal, the stakes are high, and the challenge becomes not only keeping the numbers straight, but staying one step ahead of the casinos' menacing enforcer: Cole Williams (Laurence Fishburne).</p>

<p>"21 Bridges" follows an embattled NYPD detective (Chadwick Boseman), who is thrust into a citywide manhunt for a pair of cop killers after uncovering a massive and unexpected conspiracy. As the night unfolds, lines become blurred on who he is pursuing, and who is in pursuit of him. When the search intensifies, extreme measures are taken to prevent the killers from escaping Manhattan as the authorities close all 21 bridges to prevent any entry or exit from the iconic island.</p>

<p>College professor Paul Rivers (Sean Penn) and his wife Mary (Charlotte Gainsbourg) find their union precariously balanced between life and death. He is mortally ill and awaiting a heart transplant, while she hopes to become pregnant with his child through artificial insemination. Cristina Peck (Naomi Watts), having matured since her reckless past, is a beloved older sister to Claudia (Clea DuVall), a good wife to Michael (Danny Huston) and loving mother to two little girls. Her family radiates hope and joy. Much farther down the socioeconomic scale, ex-con Jack Jordan (Benicio Del Toro) and his wife Marianne (Melissa Leo) struggle to provide for their two children while Jack reaffirms his commitment to religion.</p><p>A tragic accident that claims several lives places these couples in each other's orbit. In the aftermath, Paul confronts his own mortality, Cristina takes action to come to terms with her present and perhaps her future, and Jack's faith is put to the test. If spiritual equilibrium is to be regained by any one of them, it could come at great cost to the others. Yet the will to live, and the instinct to reach out to another person for support, remains ever-present among them all.</p><p>21 Grams, written by Guillermo Arriaga (Amores perros), explores the emotionally and physically charged existences of three people over a period of several months. An accident unexpectedly throws their lives and destinies together, in a story that will take them to the heights of love, the depths of revenge, and the promise of redemption.</p>

<p>In the action-comedy "21 Jump Street", Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) are more than ready to leave their adolescent problems behind. Joining the police force and the secret Jump Street unit, they use their youthful appearances to go undercover in a local high school. As they trade in their guns and badges for backpacks, Schmidt and Jenko risk their lives to investigate a violent and dangerous drug ring. But they find that high school is nothing like they left it just a few years earlier - and neither expects that they will have to confront the terror and anxiety of being a teenager again and all the issues they thought they had left behind.</p>

<p>Centers on the landmark case of Obergefell v. Hodges, which led to the Supreme Court to rule same-sex marriage a constitutional right in the United States.</p>

<p>It's been said that the first 21 years defines the career of an artist. Few directors have single-handedly shaken up the film establishment like the godfather of indie, Richard Linklater. From the groundbreaking SLACKER to his innovative BOYHOOD, Linklater has reached the 21-year mark and has unapologetically carved his signature into American pop culture. Get a raw and honest perspective on Richard through candid conversations with Ethan Hawke, Jack Black, Keanu Reeves, Billy Bob Thornton, Matthew McConaughey, Jason Reitman, Julie Delpy and others, and see their stories brought to life through hilarious animated sequences. For a man who became famous for celebrating the cool and casual, Linklater emerges as a surprisingly strategic and visionary director who has already established a legacy and perfected a style that can't be denied.</p>

<p>Inspired by one of the longest and bloodiest real-life events in police history, Officer Mike Chandler and a young civilian passenger find themselves under-prepared and outgunned when fate puts them squarely in the crosshairs of a daring bank heist in progress by a fearless team of highly-trained and heavily-armed men.</p>

<p>After making their way through high school (twice), big changes are in store for officers Schmidt (Jonah Hill) and Jenko (Channing Tatum) when they go deep undercover at a local college. But when Jenko meets a kindred spirit on the football team, and Schmidt infiltrates the bohemian art major scene, they begin to question their partnership. Now they don't have to just crack the case - they have to figure out if they can have a mature relationship. If these two overgrown adolescents can grow from freshmen into real men, college might be the best thing that ever happened to them.</p>

<p>When a high school football star is suddenly stricken with irreversible, total blindness, he must decide whether to live a safe, protected life or to summon the courage through playing football to step back into the world.</p><p>"23 Blast" is based on the amazing, true story of Travis Freeman. A typical teenager growing up in a small town in Kentucky, Travis is a local hero on and off the field. In the prime of his youth, he is unexpectedly stricken with an infection that destroys his optic nerve; he becomes blind overnight.</p><p>Under the influence of parents who love him, a physical therapist who challenges him, a coach who inspires him, and a best friend who he cannot bear to leave behind, Travis shows us what true bravery is by competing on the gridiron, helping his team advance to the State playoffs. We follow Travis and Jerry Baker, his closest friend, from the time they meet on the football field as kids through high school. Jerry's attraction to the dark side of teenage temptations threatens to pull the friends apart. It is only on the football field where they truly connect.</p><p>Depicting a story of hope triumphing over despair, of courage and faith overcoming fear and of victory prevailing over adversity, "23 Blast" is designed to encourage and uplift audiences.</p>

<p>The year is 2307 A.D. The Earth is frozen over and virtually uninhabitable. The remaining humans live underground, unable to survive the sub-arctic temperatures. With no "man power," scientists bio-engineered Humanoids that possess great strength, speed, and tolerance to extreme cold. When a rogue humanoid escapes and threatens to lead a rebellion against mankind, an elite team of soldiers, led by decorated killer Commander Bishop, must hunt and kill the fugitive.</p>

<p>In this brief but powerful documentary, the camera becomes a silent observer within the walls of a 24-hour sanctuary, a refuge open around the clock for those seeking solace from the chaos of the outside world. The film captures the quiet rhythms of the space, introducing viewers to the diverse individuals who cross its threshold—each carrying their own burdens, searching for a moment of peace, connection, or simply a safe place to rest. As the hours pass, the sanctuary reveals itself as a microcosm of human resilience, where the dedicated staff and volunteers work tirelessly to maintain a fragile sense of normalcy and hope. The atmosphere is one of intimate observation, blending raw, unfiltered moments with a profound sense of empathy. Without narration or overt commentary, the documentary allows the stories of its subjects to unfold naturally, exploring the universal need for safety and community. This is a contemplative and deeply human portrait that examines what it truly means to offer and receive sanctuary in a world that rarely pauses.</p>

<p>The Ford/Ferrari rivalry at Le Mans is one of the most famous in racing history. It started in 1963 when Henry Ford II tried to buy Ferrari to save the ailing Ford Motor Company, which was being crushed by GM and the Corvette on the track and at the dealerships. </p><p>After months of negotiation, Enzo Ferrari said no, refusing to allow Ford to interfere with what he loved the most: racing. Henry Ford II was furious and vowed to build a racecar that would dethrone Ferrari.</p>

<p>An assassin seeks redemption after being given a second chance at life.</p>

<p>The 24th tells the incredibly powerful and timely true story of the all-black Twenty-Fourth United States Infantry Regiment, and the Houston Riot of 1917. The Houston Riot was a mutiny by 156 African American soldiers in response to the brutal violence and abuse at the hands of Houston police officers. The riot, which lasted two hours, led to the death of nine civilians, four policemen and two soldiers and resulted in the largest murder trial in history, which sentenced a total of nineteen men to execution, and forty-one men to life sentences. </p>

<p>Follows a doctor as he reunites with his estranged father and the rest of their family.</p>

<p>The clock is ticking on Monty Brogan's (Academy Award(R) nominee EDWARD NORTON) freedom - in 24 hours, he goes to prison for seven long years.</p> <p>Once a king of Manhattan, Monty is about to say goodbye to the life he knew - a life that opened doors to New York's swankiest clubs but also alienated him from the people closest to him. In his last day on the outside, Monty tries to reconnect with his father (BRIAN COX), who's never given up on his son, and gets together with his two closest friends from the old days, Jacob (PHILIP SEYMOUR HOFFMAN) and Slaughtery (BARRY PEPPER). Also in the mix is his girlfriend, Naturelle (ROSARIO DAWSON), who might (or might not) have been the one that tipped off the cops. Monty's not sure of much these days... but with time running out, there are choices to be made. Acclaimed director Spike Lee ("Summer of Sam", "Do the Right Thing", "Malcolm X") sheds light on a man who's unsure of how his life has led him to this point as he struggles to redeem himself in the 25th hour.</p>

<p>When a brother and sister are reunited after years of separation, they uncover a dark secret about one of the worlds largest pharmaceutical companies. Eager to expose the truth, they have no choice but to face their darkest fears together.</p>

<p>A human in the year 2038 is looking for food. But then the zombies get him. So he has to survive off of Zombie.</p>

<p>Katherine Heigl, who earlier this year got "Knocked Up" in the hit motion picture comedy from Judd Apatow, and nabbed an Emmy for her starring role as a surgical resident in "Grey's Anatomy," is always a bridesmaid but never a bride in the romantic comedy "27 Dresses." From the screenwriter of "The Devil Wears Prada," "27 Dresses" centers on Jane (Heigl), an idealistic, romantic and completely selfless woman... a perennial bridal attendant whose own happy ending is nowhere in sight. But when younger sister Tess captures the heart of Jane's boss -- with whom she is secretly in love -- Jane begins to reexamine her "always-a-bridesmaid..." lifestyle.</p><p>Jane has always been good at taking care of others, but not so much in looking after herself. Her entire life has been about making people happy -- and she has a closet full of 27 bridesmaid dresses to prove it. One memorable evening, Jane manages to shuttle between wedding receptions in Manhattan and Brooklyn, a feat witnessed by Kevin (James Marsden), a newspaper reporter who realizes that a story about this wedding junkie is his ticket off the newspaper's bridal beat.</p><p>Jane finds Kevin's cynicism counter to everything she holds dear -- namely weddings, and the two lock horns. Further complicating Jane's once perfectly-ordered life is the arrival of younger sister Tess (Malin Akerman). Tess immediately captures the heart of Jane's boss, George (Edward Burns). Tess enlists her always-accommodating sister to plan yet another wedding -- Tess and George's -- but Jane's feelings for him lead to shocking revelations... and maybe the beginning of a new life.</p>

<p>After breaking into a primate research facility, a group of animal rights activists discover caged chimps chained up before banks of screens displaying horrifically violent images. Ignoring the warnings of the terrified researcher who maintains the chimps are 'infected', they begin to free the animals and are immediately subjected to a bloody attack from the enraged creatures.</p> <p>28 days later... Cycle courier Jim (Cillian Murphy) awakes from a coma in the deserted intensive care unit of a London hospital. Mystified, he wanders the wards and corridors in search of others and eventually heads into the city streets, calling out for help. As the shadows lengthen Jim seeks shelter in a church only to find dead bodies piled in heaps on the chapel floor. A sudden noise alerts him to the presence of a priest but his lightening speed, blood stained eyes and murderous screams send Jim reeling into the street. More "infected" are attracted by the noise and Jim runs in panic and confusion as a growing flock sprint after him through the dark streets.</p> <p>A sudden explosion from a makeshift bomb heralds the arrival of fellow "survivors" Selina (NAOMIE HARRIS) and Mark (NOAH HUNTLEY). Following a daring rescue they take Jim to safety and start to explain to him the nature of the infection, that it is transmitted in the blood, is overwhelming within seconds, that Britain has been overrun and that they have no way of knowing if it has spread worldwide. -- © Fox Searchlight</p>

<p>Both traveling for work, in a city in which neither lives, a man (Chris Messina) and a woman (Marin Ireland) have a one-night stand. Months later, in another city, they run into each other in a hotel restaurant and sleep together a second time. Though she's married and he has a girlfriend, they decide to keep meeting. This begins an unexpected love that slowly evolves into a profound relationship and threatens to impact everything else in their lives. The film unfolds as a collage of moments -- some mundane, some profound, some silly, some intimate - that attempts to tell a more complete story of a relationship. <i><b>28 Hotel Rooms</b></i> is an intimate portrait of an affair in which follows two people as they wrestle with the intoxication of love and the pain, guilt, and confusion of loving more than one person.</p>

<p>28 hours after the Rage virus began to spread a group of young people begin to travel to a new safe space</p>

Twenty-eight weeks after the spread of a deadly rage virus, the inhabitants of the British Isles have lost their battle against the onslaught, as the virus has killed everyone there. Six months later, a group of Americans dare to set foot on the Isles, convinced the danger has passed. But it soon becomes all too clear that the scourge continues to live, waiting to pounce on its next victims.