Shortlist

Shortlist is the official app of the Vertical Shorts Festival — discover and vote on the best vertical short films from emerging filmmakers worldwide.

WATCH & DISCOVER
Browse the full festival lineup and stream trailers and full submissions across drama, comedy, horror, thriller, documentary and more.

VOTE & REVIEW
Have your say on every film. Cast votes, write reviews, and see how the community ranks each submission. The more you engage, the higher your rank.

FANTASY CHAT
Chat with characters from your favorite festival films using AI. Ask them anything and explore the story beyond the screen.

ACHIEVEMENTS
Earn ranks and badges as a Reviewer, Voter, Critic and more. Build your reputation across seasons.

CREATOR PROFILES
Filmmakers get a dedicated profile page. Fans can follow creators, explore their filmography, and connect with the people behind the films.

GO PRO
Upgrade for a PRO badge, triple vote influence, full submission access, and 30 Fantasy Chat messages included. Support the festival while getting more from the app.

Season 2 is live! Watch, vote, and make your Shortlist.