Presenting the Oscar Nominated Short Films! Our 2019 Showtimes in Philadelphia

As a participant in the national release of short films nominated for this year's Academy Awards, The Madlab Post is proud to offer audiences in the Philadelphia Tri-State area the rare opportunity to experience all categories in this cinematic showcase; including Live Action, Documentary and Animated shorts now through March 16, 2019.

"Period. End of Sentence." is about a group of women and girls leading a quiet revolution against the stigma of menstruation in a rural village outside Delhi, India. Now showing among all OSCAR nominated short films at The Madlab Post.Ticket holders attending The Madlab Post's presentation of all 2019 Oscar Nominated Short Films on select dates will also enjoy thematic surprises such as Trivia games with official OSCAR ballots, fireside chats on women's health and an exhibition featuring women in film among other attractions.

The exhibition is scheduled to include my exclusive one-on-one with Period. End of Sentence. director Rayka Zehtabchi -- the first Iranian-American woman to win an Oscar -- who discusses her filmmaking journey, and more.

The Madlab Post's screening room has limited seating capacity. We recommend that you purchase tickets in advance for the Oscar Shorts performance you wish you attend and don't miss this year's selection of the Best Short films recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences!

OSCAR Nominated Short Films 2019 Philadelphia Showtimes:

ANIMATION 

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• Wednesday, March 6 - 5:00PM
• Sunday, March 10 - 1:00PM

DOCUMENTARY 

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• Thursday, March 7 - 5:00PM 
• Saturday, March 9 - 1:00PM 
• Sunday, March 10 - 4:30PM 

LIVE ACTION

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• Friday, March 8 - 5:00PM 
• Saturday, March 9 - 5:00PM

*VIEWER DISCRETION is Strongly Advised: This year's Live Action category contains a heavy group of short films that you can consider equivalent to an "R" rating. Themes include imperiled children, murder and racial violence. We want to ensure the comfort of all guests. If you are particularly affected by controversial subject matter, please carefully consider whether a performance is appropriate for you before planning to attend. 

"One Small Step" is a Chinese-American film about an ambitious young girl who aspires to be an astronaut with the support of her humble father. Now playing among all 2019 Oscar Animated Short Films at The Madlab Post.Stay tuned for additional dates and showtimes as this year's Oscar Nominated Short Films continues its run at The Madlab Post in Philadelphia! 

Want to be notified as soon as New Dates and Showtimes become available? Grab Your ANYTIME Pass, our fully flexible Advance Tickets, and you will be among the first to receive all additional showtimes for the Oscar Nominated Short Films playing at The Madlab Post now through March 16, 2019.

Extraordinary Films with Mysterious Pubs and Funny Hungarian Interpreters among Winners Crowned at MANHATTAN SHORT

Two Strangers Who Meet Five Times, written and directed by Marcus Marcou, was crowned the Gold Medal when the 21st Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival announced this year's winners on Monday. Made in the United Kingdom, Marcou's film is about two men who meet at key turning points over the course of their lives.

The initial conflict gives way to compassion and eventual friendship. Chuchotage directed by Barnabás Tóth received the Silver Medal, with the Bronze Medal going to Baghead directed by Alberto Corredor Marina. "From over 350 venues worldwide, we're amazed that only 3 votes separated 2nd and 3rd place," notes MANHATTAN SHORT Founding Director Nicholas Mason.

Made in Hungary, Chuchotage is about two interpreters in the hungarian booth who hilariously ie for the attention of one listener during a professional conference in Prague. Made in England, Baghead tells the story of a man who is haunted by grief. He asks questions only the recently deceased can answer.

The dead get their say in the hidden chamber of a mysterious pub. You may not like what you hear.

The Gold Medal for Best Actor went to Felix Grenie for his breakout performance in Fauve directed by Jérémy Comte.

Made in Canada, Fauve is a Sundance award-winning film about two boys playing in an abandoned surface mine. They take turns outdoing each other until the stakes are suddenly raised and it's no longer a game.

Congratulations to all of the films and to 10 year-old Felix Grenie on his Best Actor Win for Fauve!

Become an Instant Film Critic at MANHATTAN SHORT, Now Showing at a Venue Near You!

An extraordinary range of film genres will be on view this weekend -- all eligible for an Academy Award nomination.

Upon entry to the screening, attendees will become instant film critics as they are handed a ballot that allows them vote for the Best Actor and Best Film.Which of these nine OSCAR qualifying short films is the best? You be the judge, as Filmgoers in Philadelphia unite with audiences in 300 cities spanning six continents to view and vote for intimate dramas, fast-paced animation, a World War II epic, a film shot entirely underwater and comedy when the 21st Annual MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival screens at The Madlab Post studio.

Join us in Philly for this awesome show!

SHOWTIMES

*NOW PLAYING in PHILADELPHIA through OCTOBER 7*

• Thursday, September 27 - 6:30PM
• Friday, September 28 - 2:00PM (Afternoon Show) | 6:30PM (Evening Show)
• Saturday, September 29 - 1:00PM
• Sunday, September 30 - 11:00AM (Morning Show) | 4:00PM (Afternoon Show)

• Thursday, October 4 - 6:30PM
  

• Friday, October 5 - 2:00PM (Afternoon Show) | 6:30PM (Evening Show)
  

• Saturday, October 6 - 1:00PM (Afternoon Show) | 6:30PM (Evening Show)
  

• Sunday, October 7- 4:00PM (Afternoon Show)

Upon entry to the screening, attendees will become instant film critics as they are handed a ballot that allows them vote for the Best Actor and Best Film. Votes will be sent to MANHATTAN SHORT HQ with the winner announced on Monday October 8, at 10AM EST.

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