2026 Oscar Nominated Short Films: Documentary
Midnite weekend screenings happen on Friday & Saturday nights,. so please be sure to arrive on Friday and/or Saturday night by 11:45pm for seating and the screening will start after midnight.
Run Time: 157 min. Rating: R Release Year: 2026
***Some films in this program contain graphic war imagery, adult themes and language. Recommended for persons 17 and up.***
The 98th Oscar® Nominated Shorts, presented by acclaimed filmmaker, writer, and actor Taika Waititi, exclusively in theaters in the U.S. and Canada on February 20, 2026.
The program features three feature-length theatrical presentations, one for each Academy Award® Short Film category—Animated, Documentary, and Live Action—showcasing outstanding short films from around the world.
ALL THE EMPTY ROOMS
Dir. Joshua Seftel | United States | 33min
ARMED ONLY WITH A CAMERA: THE LIFE AND DEATH OF BRENT RENAUD
Dir. Craig Renaud and Brent Renaud | United States | 38min
CHILDREN NO MORE: “WERE AND ARE GONE”
Dir. Hilla Medalia | Israel | 36min
THE DEVIL IS BUSY
Christalyn Hampton and Geeta Gandbhir | United States | 31min
PERFECTLY A STRANGENESS
Alison McAlpine | Canada | 15min