Gil and Roy Costa took second place in the Teens age group with their film “Yin vs. Yang.” Courtesy photo/Nashua Public Library

NASHUA – The Nashua Public Library showcased 20 local filmmakers of all ages during its third annual Tiny Film Festival on March 7.

Film submissions were open to everyone and featured two criteria: the film had to be under 60 seconds long and must be suitable for all ages.

The community responded with an impressive slate of creative, entertaining and thought-provoking films ranging across all genres and styles, including animation, non-linear narratives and choreographed action films.

Kids 12 and Under

First Place – “Skunk Movie” by Elizabeth Goemans

Second Place – “Little Worm” by Laurel Guarneri

Third Place – “Why the Chicken Crossed the Road” by Lucas P.

Teens

First Place – “The Other Side” by Lyriq Rivera, Vidhi Pawar and edited by Chase Coffin

Second Place – “Yin vs. Yang” by Gil and Roy Costa

Third Place – “The Assignment” by Lizmarie Maya, Jacob Munroe, Katie Doyle and edited by Owen Seagle

Adults

First Place – “Case of the Missing Pizza” by Ronit Sinha

Second Place – “Dark by 3” by Andi Cass

Third Place – “Don’t Try This at Home” by Peter Fernandez

“We congratulate all of our filmmakers and award winners on their inventiveness, technical skill and artful storytelling,” said Pamela Baker, programming and marketing librarian at Nashua Public Library. “It may be a tiny film, but it’s a huge accomplishment, and we thank them for sharing their stories. We’re also grateful to the Friends of the Nashua Public Library, whose sponsorship makes this event possible.”

All of the submitted films were screened at a library event featuring free popcorn and drinks and a red carpet photo booth. More than 115 residents attended to celebrate the local filmmakers. To view this year’s films, visit nashualibrary.org/tinyfilmfestival.