Regional Competition Semi-Finalists

The 2026 Allentown Film Festival will take place in person April 9 - 18, 2026 at the Civic Theatre of Allentown and the Allentown Art Museum.   For schedules and listing of films, visit AllentownFilmFestival.org

Allentown Film Festival

A whirlwind of hometown mayhem, magic, heartache, and hope—regional stories colliding in one wild shorts showdown.

Civic Theatre of Allentown

Allentown Film Festival 2026

Join us at the 2026 Allentown Film Festival for an unforgettable cinematic experience! Our carefully curated collection of short and feature films showcases the best of local and global cinema, from thought-provoking dramas to heartwarming comedies.

K-12 Semi-FinalistsOne Minute Later​ (3 ​min) A bungled donut robbery sparks a wild, on-foot escape through town.The Gummy Bear’s Revenge (2 min) A Gummy Bear encounter transforms Rodney’s once‑ordinary world.The Sassy Show (episode 5) (5 min) Rex throws a surprise birthday party for Sassy.Just another dream​ (2​ min) An Afghan girl finds freedom in dreams and writing beyond her walls.College Semi-FinalistsA Corncob Figurine​ (4​ min) A grandfather who made things others would never dream of, Corncob Figurines.In My Mind's Eye (4 min) A widowed photographer finds healing and hope through love, grief, and artGone but NEVER Forgotten (3 min) A father–son clash sparks tender reflection on love and loss.The Wheel Keeps on Turning (4 min) Memories of time in the Garage start a new beginning.Falling Into Frame (3 min) A magic painting sends June and Robert on a quest to reunite in love.The Other World (5 min) Lost in a zany dimension, two friends fight to get back home.Date Night (Director: Biello) (5 min) Rosy and Sy confront whether their love can survive the struggle.Croaked! (4 min) A boozy detective and a bold frog chase the criminal known as Silly Goose.Mahi Mahi: Ceviche (2 min) We must feed himThe Starving Artist (5 min) A surprise visit forces Max to conceal her art‑student dreams.Seasons - Wave to Earth (4 min) A heartbroken young man is haunted by memories of a past loveNon-Student Semi-FinalistsMy Garden Pals (4 min) Katie the Caterpillar is having difficulty getting along the tools in the garden.Surveillance (5 min) An abduction case hinges on whether one witness can be believed.Tales from the Park Bench (3 min) A point of view perspective of a Park BenchDine (1 min) An animated short horror film.Pickup In Bethlehem (1 min) Limo driver can't do the run and a substitute takes control.A Daily Struggle (4 min) A move to L.A. tests his dream of making it in music.Hooked On A Feeling (4 min) A boyfriend hides a terrible secret from his girlfriend  Post-screening Panel Discussion featuring attending filmmakers and cast members.

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Regional Competition Semi-Finalists