# Event Details - **Event Name**: MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 09:20 pm (-05:00) - **Event Description**: Overview Discover your inner film critic by casting your vote for Best Film and Best Actor in the 29th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film FestivalAbout this EventThe MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festivalhttps://www.manhattanshort.com/The MANHATTAN SHORT Finalists will be announced later this summer, and will all hail from different countries. All MANHATTAN SHORT selected films are "Oscar Eligible".As Nicholas Mason, founding director of Manhattan Short Film Festival says, “these ten short films bring a much-needed positive energy to the world!"The MANHATTAN SHORT 2026 will consist of a worldwide line-up of ten short films, exploring a wide range of topics. After the Glen Ellyn inaugural event last year, the Wheaton-Glen Ellyn AAUW Branch is thrilled to host the MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival again at the Glen Art Theatre on October 1st. This year there will be two showings: a matinee at 4:00 pm and an evening at 7:00 pm . Please buy your tickets now in order for you to have your choice of time.Your ticket supports AAUW scholarships and the AAUW Mission. By attending, you're helping fund the next generation of women leaders, scholars, and professionals in our community.What to expect:Ten short films, each under 20 minutes , from filmmakers around the worldFilms range from drama and comedy to animationThere will be a 15 minute IntermissionAfter the screening, you'll cast your vote — and audiences worldwide collectively choose the festival winnerApproximate runtime: 2 hr 20 minVoting closes globally at the end of the festival week, and the winning film is announced shortly afterward.This event is sponsored by The American Association of University Women (AAUW) Wheaton-Glen Ellyn Branch. AAUW advances gender equity for women and girls through research, education, and advocacy. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/glen-ellyn/manhattan-short-film-festival/100001989710858740 - **Event Categories**: entertainment, festivals, art, theatre, performances, comedy, nonprofit - **Slot details of has slots**: - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: 14+ - Duration: 5 hours 20 minutes - Location: Glen Art Theatre - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 28.52, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Glen Ellyn - **state**: IL - **country**: United States - **location**: Glen Art Theatre - **lat**: 41.8766737 - **long**: -88.0656349 - **full address**: Glen Art Theatre, 540 Crescent Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/342ad8319a3b815794401c42f9dde6eb4a53f3b1b5ef1155d5f5344970439c3a-rimg-w1200-h1125-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1780963408 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival being held? - **A:** MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival takes place on Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Thu, 01 Oct, 2026 at 09:20 pm at Glen Art Theatre, 540 Crescent Boulevard, Glen Ellyn, United States. - **Q**: Is there an age restriction for MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival? - **A:** MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival is strictly for guests aged 14 and above. Valid government-issued photo ID is required for entry. Guests under 14 will not be admitted. The event will be presented in English. - **Q**: Who is organizing MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival? - **A:** MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival is organized by AAUW Wheaton-Glen Ellyn Branch. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Glen Ellyn, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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