Oscars Live Action Short Films: Mindy Kaling, Colin Farrell & Zoe Saldaña Backed Projects Land Shortlist

The Oscars 2025 shortlist was revealed Tuesday, and the Live Action Shorts category aims to pull on Academy voters’ heartstrings and appeal to their humanity.   With each showcasing and tackling a form of injustice, societal inequality and perseverance, highlights that found a place for themselves across the 15 dedicated slots include notable shorts such as