This year’s films have been chosen for their exceptional narrative power, technical brilliance, and unique artistic visions. The selection highlights the incredible diversity of the craft, showcasing the voices that are currently defining the future of Swedish animation. 

The films in the National Short Film Competition are competing for two main honors:

Best Film
The winner is awarded a digital distribution deal by Svensk Kortfilm c/o Folkets Bio. This prize grants the film online distribution alongside Folkets Bio’s curated selection of world-class cinema on the premier streaming service Draken Film.

The winner will also be presented with an exclusive, hand-sculpted wooden statuette by artist Wilma Harju. Commissioned as the 2026 Festival Artist, Harju has created a bespoke piece that serves as a tangible celebration of artistic excellence, making this one-of-a-kind sculpture a prestigious mark of achievement.

The Trollywood Jury Award
Presented by the festival, this award recognizes a film that demonstrates outstanding creativity, technical mastery, or a particularly innovative approach to the medium of animation.

The Screening
Experience the National Short Film Competition on the big screen:

Saturday, May 9 | 16:30
N3, Trollhättan, Sweden