Artemis directed by Jack Warren

FANTASY · QUEER COMEDY · STUDENT FILM
Directed by Jack Warren
12 min. Scripted Short – USA

Artemis is a delightful and deeply human fantasy queer comedy short film that uses the playful world of live-action roleplay (LARPing) as a backdrop for something much more meaningful—self-discovery and identity.

Hayes, the film’s protagonist, feels out of step with his sword-swinging, armor-wearing friends. Everything changes when he stumbles upon a sparkling blue dress that sets him on a journey that’s part fantasy quest, part emotional awakening. What begins as a game of pretend transforms into a heartfelt exploration of gender identity and authenticity.

Director Jack Warren captures this transformation beautifully, blending humor, warmth, and fantasy into a student short that feels professional in every sense. The costumes, performances, and tone balance whimsical fun with genuine emotional weight.

For fans of queer cinema, indie fantasy storytelling, and coming-of-age narratives, Artemis hits all the right notes. It’s funny, tender, and visually striking—a perfect example of how student films can tell powerful, personal stories that stay with you long after the credits roll.

My Take: Worth The Watch
Artemis shines as a heartfelt, inclusive short film that celebrates individuality and courage. It’s both a hilarious romp through fantasy and a sincere exploration of what it means to find yourself.

Film Description:
Hayes struggles to fit in with his sword-swinging, live action roleplaying friends, but his discovery of a sparkling blue dress transforms a game of pretend into a journey of gender discovery.

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Lost Treasure of the Valley Directed by Robert Husted

Lost Treasure of the Valley

FANTASY COMEDY SHORT FILM
Directed by Robert Husted
25 min. Scripted Short – USA

Lost Treasure of the Valley is an absurd, hilarious, and completely entertaining fantasy comedy short film that feels like a love letter to campy B-movies of the 1980s. With its ridiculous premise and surprisingly clever dialogue, the film captures the offbeat charm that makes cult-style comedies so addictive.

From the first scene, the short embraces its absurdity and runs with it. A photographer and an adventurer discover that the countless abandoned shopping carts scattered across LA’s San Fernando Valley aren’t just urban eyesores—they’re clues leading to a hidden treasure. What they uncover is a cave off Sepulveda Blvd., guarded by none other than a dragon.

As someone who loves B-level sci-fi and comedy, I couldn’t stop laughing at both the sheer ridiculousness of the story and the legitimately sharp dialogue. The humor works on multiple levels, and the world-building is bizarrely satisfying. And yes—after watching, I’ll never look at abandoned shopping carts the same way again.

My Take: Worth The Watch
With its unique concept, campy charm, and laugh-out-loud moments, Lost Treasure of the Valley is a standout indie fantasy comedy short film. If you dig quirky storytelling and absurd B-movie fun, this one is not to be missed.

Film Description:
A photographer and an adventurer discover that all of the abandoned shopping carts in LA’s San Fernando Valley lead to a hidden cave off Sepulveda Blvd. with a lost treasure inside—guarded by a dragon!​

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