Colorado audiences are getting a rare cinematic treat: three of the year’s most celebrated and Oscar®-nominated short films—A Friend of Dorothy, Retirement Plan, and The Girl Who Cried Pearls—are now playing at select theatres across the state. Those looking for Oscar-nominated short films Colorado can enjoy these exceptional works right now. This exclusive showcase brings together three distinct visions, each exploring connection, identity, and the emotional threads that bind us as humans. From live-action storytelling to animated artistry, this programme offers a powerful, compact journey through some of the most acclaimed short-form filmmaking of the year.
A Spotlight on the Films
• A Friend of Dorothy — A moving, Oscar®-nominated live-action short starring Miriam Margolyes and Stephen Fry. The film blends humor, heart, and generational queer storytelling in a way that feels both timeless and urgently relevant.
• Retirement Plan — An Academy Award®-nominated animated short that balances wit, warmth, and visual charm while exploring what it means to grow older, reinvent yourself, and find joy in unexpected places.
• The Girl Who Cried Pearls — A visually striking and emotionally resonant short that has captivated audiences with its poetic imagery and deeply human narrative.
Together, these films offer a rich, diverse experience—perfect for cinephiles, awards-season followers, and anyone who loves stories that stay with you long after the credits roll.
Where to Watch in Colorado
Audiences can now experience these acclaimed shorts on the big screen at the following participating theatres:
• Mayan Theatre — 110 Broadway, Denver, CO
• Sie Film Center — 2510 East Colfax, Denver, CO
• Greenwood Village 6 — 5415 Landmark Place, Greenwood Village, CO
• AMC Westminster Promenade 24 — 10655 Westminster Boulevard, Westminster, CO
• Harkins Arvada 14 — 5550 Olde Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, CO
• The Lyric — 1209 N College Ave, Fort Collins, CO
• Isis Theater — 406 East Hopkins Avenue, Aspen, CO
• Wildhorse Stadium 6 — 655 Marketplace Plaza, Steamboat Springs, CO
• Gaslight Twin — P.O. Box 1598, Durango, CO
This limited engagement offers Colorado moviegoers a rare chance to see these award‑winning shorts in a theatrical setting—exactly as their creators intended.
