2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films: Documentary
- Wed, Feb 25
Wed, Feb 25 @ 4:15 pm: 4K Presentation
Run Time: 146 min.
Celebrate Awards Season at Gateway Film Center
The Film Center presents the 2026 Oscar-Nominated Short Films, in all three categories: Animation, Documentary, and Live Action.
Best Documentary Short Film Nominees (2026)
All the Empty Rooms (United States)
Directed by Joshua Seftel. A moving, seven-year journey documenting untouched bedrooms of children lost to U.S. school shootings, exploring deep grief and memory.
Armed Only with a Camera: The Life and Death of Brent Renaud (United States)
Directed by Brent & Craig Renaud. A documentary short chronicling the life and career of journalist Brent Renaud, a filmmaker killed covering the war in Ukraine, celebrating his work and courage.
Children No More: “Were and Are Gone” (United States)
Directed by Hilla Medalia. A short documentary exploring the emotional resonance of silent vigils and remembrance for children affected by conflict.
The Devil Is Busy (United States)
Directed by Geeta Gandbhir & Christalyn Hampton. A documentary short that follows an Atlanta abortion clinic under siege by protesters, highlighting resilience and tension in reproductive healthcare spaces.
Perfectly a Strangeness (Canada)
Directed by Alison McAlpine. A sensorial, cinematic exploration of three donkeys discovering an abandoned observatory in the desert, blending artistry and poetic observation.
Come join us March 15 as we raise our glasses to toast the winners at The 2026 Awards Season Gala.
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