BSSTO's Year-End Special Features Encore Screening of Short Films Starting December 26

BSSTO's Year-End Feature 2025-2026

As the year draws to a close, Brillia Short Short Theatre Online (BSSTO) is gearing up to host a special feature from December 26 to December 31. This event will showcase five encored short films selected by 20 reviewers and a special invite screening of the short film "Strange Voice" from the rock band Creephyp.

Special Invite Film: "Strange Voice"

The special invite film, "Strange Voice," is a short film included in the album "I Finally Found You Here" by the four-member rock band Creephyp. This film, which recently won a special award at the Short Short Film Festival & Asia 2025, presents a dialogue-driven narrative set in a recording studio. The story was conceptualized by vocalist and songwriter Sekai Kaku, alongside director Yugo Sakamoto, who is known for his past work. The film also features a stellar cast with actors Sosuke Ikematsu, Nana Mori, and Yusaku Mori, making it a must-watch for fans.

The short film will be available for streaming during the limited period of December 26 to 31.

The Encore Screening Selection

In addition to the special screening, this year’s encore presentation will feature five outstanding films curated by a group of reviewers. These films had to resonate strongly with them and are those they wish to encourage others to watch.

1. "Death to Bikini!" (2023, Canada)
- Review: This comedy takes on societal norms through the eyes of a cheeky ten-year-old girl, Lily, who refuses to wear a bikini during a family trip.

2. "That Night" (2013, United Kingdom)
- Review: Starring James Corden, it explores a fateful meeting on a London bus during the sparkling Christmas season.

3. "Under the Blue" (2024, United Kingdom)
- Review: A gripping thriller about a police officer who meets a shoplifter, leading to a transformative moment that alters the course of her life.

4. "I'm Not a Robot" (2023, Netherlands)
- Review: This science fiction short dives deep into the themes of identity, highlighted by a feminist character grappling with CAPTCHA tests.

4. "CODA" (2019, USA)
- Review: A powerful story reflecting struggles faced by children of deaf parents, showcasing how a chance encounter allows the main character to rediscover her voice.

These five films will be available for streaming from December 26, 2025, until January 8, 2026.

About BSSTO

BSSTO is an online theatre specializing in short films and is devoted to bringing international short films selected from the Short Short Film Festival and Asia to the audience every week. Launched in February 2018, it continues the legacy of the Brillia Short Short Theatre that ran in Yokohama from 2008 to 2017. Through simply registering, viewers can access and enjoy about 12 films for free, allowing them to experience the profound emotional narratives that short films offer. For more information, visit BSSTO and join us in celebrating the beauty of cinema during the festive season.