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Shorts: Love Lost And Found

  • September 15, 2026 6:15 PM - 8:15 PM

  • Theater 5, Studio Movie Grill

    1555 Simi Town Center Way
    Simi Valley, California 93065
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Description

A Sunset Smell, Buddies, Somewhere Between, Lucy's Last Dance, Black Cake, Cindy, Inshallah - Block run time 1:33:39

Stories of love, loss, grief, and unexpected connection come together in this collection of short films. From relationships that endure beyond goodbye to chance encounters that change everything, Love Lost & Found explores the many ways we hold on, let go, and find our way forward.

A Sunset Smell - dir. Javier Ferrer - 10:08

Haunted by the loss of his fiance, professional perfumer Alessandro will try to overcome his grief by creating a perfume that smells like her while trying to unveil her last painting.

Buddies - dir. Rahul Hansraj - 04:59

Two strangers meet on a day when they fake their identities, but reveal their true selves. 

Somewhere Between - dir. Michael Miceli - 12:55

A lonely man seeks a genuine connection in a wired world.

Lucy's Last Dance - dir. Rosie Grace - 13:24

After learning of her cat Lucy's terminal diagnosis, June is buoyed by her friends who throw her a party to celebrate the life they have.

Black Cake - dir. Megan Channell - 12:36

On Christmas Day, Sherry Sankar struggles to keep her grief hidden when her younger sister, Meena, uncovers a long-held secret—forcing Sherry to choose between clinging to the life she knew and embracing an uncertain future.

 CINDY - dir. Al Chang - 21:00

After being ridiculed online for chasing his dream of becoming a rapper, Alex takes an overnight driving job and meets Cindy, a stranger who changes the course of his night.

 Inshallah - dir. Sibel Damar - 18:37

When a young girl causes a boy to hurt himself, it sparks a lifelong connection through recklessness. However, cultural differences pose a challenge at their chance at love.

Screenings are followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. 

Date & Time

Tue, Sep 15, 2026 6:15 PM - 8:15 PM

Venue Details

Theater 5, Studio Movie Grill

1555 Simi Town Center Way
Simi Valley, California 93065 Theater 5, Studio Movie Grill
SIMI Film Fest

About SIMI Film Fest

Now in its fourth year, SIMI Film Fest returns for nine extraordinary days with its most ambitious program yet: 103 films, 69 music videos, youth filmmaking, industry events, and live orchestral film music, all brought together in one festival built to celebrate every craft of filmmaking.

At its heart, SIMI Film Fest is about putting great movies on the big screen and giving the public the opportunity to discover original work from filmmakers around the world. From features and shorts to documentaries, animation, genre films, youth projects, and music videos, the festival offers audiences stories and creative voices they may not encounter anywhere else.

But screening exceptional work is only part of our mission. SIMI Film Fest is equally committed to helping filmmakers propel their careers. This year’s expanded program includes meaningful industry connections, filmmaker field trips, panels, networking opportunities, more than 25 awards, and the new SIMIFF Jury Prize: a three-month mentorship with CAA agent Matt Smith for one standout filmmaker.

The 2026 festival also introduces the SIMIFF Film Music Competition, culminating in a live concert with the Simi Valley Symphony Orchestra. Selected composers will hear their original scores performed before a live audience, highlighting the essential role music plays in bringing stories to life.

SIMI Film Fest is where audiences discover remarkable films, where every filmmaking discipline is valued, and where talented artists gain recognition, relationships, and real opportunities to move forward.


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