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Just A Minute Festival presents special world premiere screening of award-winning one-minute films in Lexington

Stills from a selection of films competing in the 2026 Just A Minute Festival, the Winchester-born online showcase of films one minute or less. A jury narrowed more than 400 submissions from 39 countries to 60 selections this year. COURTESY PHOTOS/DON DANIEL

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The following was submitted by the Just A Minute Festival:

The Just A Minute Festival, an international celebration of short-form storytelling, invites audiences to a special screening at the Lexington Venue, 1794 Massachusetts Ave., Lexington, on Thursday, July 16, beginning at 7p.m., featuring 60 minutes of audience favorites, award winners, and unforgettable moments from past festivals, along with a preview of standout films from this year’s competition.

The event is free.

From comedy and drama to animation, documentaries, and experimental works, these remarkable one-minute films demonstrate the creativity, imagination, and storytelling talent of filmmakers from around the world.

Audiences will experience a fast-paced and entertaining program filled with laughter, inspiration, surprises, and thought-provoking moments.

“One minute may seem like a short amount of time, but these filmmakers show that extraordinary stories can unfold in sixty seconds,” said festival organizers. “This screening celebrates the power of concise storytelling and the incredible creativity of artists working in this unique format.”

Whether you’re a film lover, an aspiring filmmaker, or simply curious about the creative possibilities of storytelling, this special event offers a rare opportunity to experience some of the world’s most imaginative short-form films on the big screen.

For additional information about the festival, visit JustAMinute.tv.

About the Just A Minute Festival

The Just A Minute Festival, now in its 15th year,  is an international online film festival dedicated to celebrating the art of short-form storytelling. Featuring films that are 60 seconds or less, the festival provides a platform for filmmakers from around the world to share compelling stories in a highly creative and accessible format.

Through audience voting and cash prizes, the festival encourages participation from both filmmakers and viewers while showcasing the limitless possibilities of one-minute cinema. This year’s event had more than 400 submissions from 39 countries.

Acknowledgment

This program is supported in part by grants from the Lexington Council for the Arts, the Billerica Cultural Council, Cambridge Arts, the Beverly Cultural Council and the Winchester Cultural Council, all local agencies which are supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

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