Film Festival
The High Desert Shorts International Film Festival is held each spring in Pahrump, Nevada, hosted by the Pahrump Arts Council. The 2013 festival begins on Thursday, May 23, with Wine, Hors d’oeuvres, Cash Bar, World Music Concert and Juried Art Exhibit and Competition from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Sanders Family Winery
Friday, May 24 the Film Festival begins at the Pahrump Nugget.
Press event: Noon on Saturday, May 25.
Awards Ceremony: 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 26.
Party immediately following Awards Ceremony.
The festival screens and judges shorts in five categories:
- Drama
- Comedy
- Horror/SciFi
- Animation
- Mixed Bag
To learn more about the film festival visit:
- Visit our website: HighDesertShortsIFF.com
- Watch our 2012 Awards Night on YouTube
Latest News
Here are our recent posts:
High Desert Shorts International Film Festival
MISSION & OBJECTIVE It is our sincere wish to provide a showcase for both veteran filmmakers and budding talent at home and abroad in a celebration of unique vision and creativity. The High…
High Desert Shorts Juried Art Show
Dear Artists, We would like you to join us for a four day celebration of the Arts. You are cordially invited to enter the First Juried Art Show in connection with the High Desert Shorts…
Film Festival 2013 Schedule
The High Desert Shorts International Film Festival is coming soon ... so save the dates!! Thursday, May 23, 2013 Wine, Hors d'oeuvres, Cash Bar, World Music Concert and Juried Art…
High Desert Shorts International Film Festival – News Nov 2012
The High Desert Shorts International Film Festival (HDSIFF) recently held its poster contest for next year’s event. 56 Entries were chosen to display at the Pahrump Nugget throughout the…


