Join us for free film screenings!

MANHATTAN SHORT is the only film festival of its kind.  Film lovers will unite in over 500 venues worldwide to view and judge the work of the next generation of filmmakers from around the world when the 26th Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival takes place during September 28 to October 8, 2023.  The Final selections screen simultaneously across the world during a one-week period, where attendees vote for Best Film and Best Actor awards at each participating venue. Every short film selected will automatically become qualified for the Oscars of 2024. These films are unrated and intended for adults.  

Jefferson County Library - Arnold Branch

1701 Missouri State Road, Arnold MO 63010

- Friday 9/29 at 1:30pm

- Monday 10/02 at 6pm

Jefferson County Library - Northwest Branch

5680 State Road PP, High Ridge, MO 63049

- Friday 9/29 at 1:00pm

- Tuesday 10/03 at 4:30pm

Jefferson County Library - Windsor Branch

7479 Metropolitan Blvd, Barnhart, MO 63012

- Monday 10/02 at 5pm

- Saturday 10/07 at 1:30pm