From Manhattan to Frankfort

Sept. 30, 2023

Ever wanted to be a film critic? Now’s your chance: The Garden Theater in Frankfort is participating in the 26th annual Manhattan Short Film Festival, and the audience gets to do the judging. In over 500 venues across six continents, 10 short films—all of which are also eligible to be Oscar contenders—will be screened during a one-week period. At each theater, the audiences will get to vote on awards for best film and best actor. The films themselves come from eight different countries: the U.S., UK, Canada, Afghanistan, Australia, Finland, Iran, and Switzerland. You’ll follow a woman through Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, see music transform darkness and shadow into vibrant color, and explore both the deep sea and a landing on the moon, among other stories and adventures. Catch all of the shorts and cast your votes Oct. 6-8. To learn more, visit gardentheater.org/upcoming-events or call the box office at (231) 352-7561.