Comedy can emerge from experiences humans go through every day, whether they are as mundane as the humdrum of a daily commute or as intense as the fresh wound of heartbreak. Even feelings of frustration and hurt can be fuel for fantastically funny narratives. This is shown in today’s selection of 5 comedy shorts from our Short Film Library.

Kowalsky (2022) | Émile V. Schlesser

Once a wealthy family, we meet the the Kowalskys as their immense fortune is gradually falling apart. When the only son comes begging his widowed mother for help, an ugly row escalates. Kowalsky is a dark and twisted satire.

Seeds of Love (2020) | Behnam Taheri & Gideon Beresford

Love grows in cuious and unexpected places. It’s a powerful, uncontrollable feeling that can take you by surprise at any given moment. Seeds of Love was a project made during lockdown in London with only a three-person cast and crew.

Whenever You’re Ready (2018) | Craig Ainsley

Heartbreak is one of the most devastating emotions the human soul can possibly bear. But what happens when these powerful feelings sync up perfectly with an important audition? Will chaos ensue or will a great performance emerge?

Quiet Carriage (2019) | Ben S. Hyland

A man must decide whether to intervene and stop a casual commuting rule breaker, or live with a lifetime of regret. Ben S. Hyland’s, Quiet Carriage, is comedy is about a passive overthinker with an even more overactive imagination. 

Five Star Fouad (2017) | Ollie Wolf

Imagine robbing a bank and booking yourself an Uber as the getaway car. Well, Gary did just that. Now what? As he follows along with the sage advice of his driver, he catches a glimpse of a more positive yet reckless lifestyle.

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