Shag, the artist behind the distinctive and vibrant retro-style artwork for the 2024 Palm Springs International ShortFest poster, shared his inspiration, stating, “Inspired by our city and setting of Palm Springs, I wanted to express both the emotion of living in southern California, as well as the perspective of location shoots taking place across the Coachella Valley.”
Lili Rodriguez, Artistic Director of the Palm Springs International Film Society, expressed her excitement about Shag’s contribution, saying, “It is a joy to have Shag’s singular, fun style capturing and creating the expression of this year’s 30th-annual Palm Springs International ShortFest.”
The Palm Springs International ShortFest, designated by various prestigious awards bodies, is gearing up for its 30th edition, set to take place at the Regal Palm Springs. The event will not only feature screenings but also host the ShortFest Forum with classes and panels, culminating in the announcement of awards and cash prizes totaling $25,000, including five Academy Award-qualifying awards.
For those interested in attending the festival, tickets and additional information can be obtained by contacting the festival headquarters at (760) 778-8979 or visiting the website at www.psfilmfest.org/shortfest-2024. The official ShortFest programming lineup will be revealed on Monday, June 3, 2024, followed by the Forum and Jury schedule on Thursday, June 6, 2024.
The Palm Springs International Film Society, a charitable non-profit organization, is the force behind the renowned Palm Springs International Film Festival and Film Awards in January, as well as the Palm Springs ShortFest in June. The organization’s mission is to promote the art and science of film through education and cross-cultural awareness, with a commitment to nurturing new filmmaking talent and celebrating world cinema masters.
For more information on the Palm Springs International Film Society and its festival events, visit https://www.psfilmfest.org.
