Listed among the qualifying film festivals for the Candian Screen Awards, New York Shorts International Film Festival is one of the largest short film showcase in North America. The festival features a diverse array of genres, showcasing films by emerging and established filmmakers alike from around the globe. New York Shorts International Film Festival presents a wide range of awards, including Best of Fest, Best International, Best Drama, Best Comedy, Best Animation, Best Documentary, Best Experimental, Best Music Video and Best Web Series.