Funny Shorts: Comedy & Community at HAAPIFEST 2026
HAAPIFEST 2026 invites audiences to enjoy an entertaining mix of comedy, family chaos, fantasy, awkward situations, and heartfelt humor with the “Funny Shorts” program screening on June 6, 2026 at 4:00 PM.
Presented at the DoubleTree by Hilton Westchase, this 95-minute shorts showcase features a dynamic lineup of independent films blending comedy with emotional storytelling, cultural identity, family relationships, and unexpected adventures.
From ghosts and fake IDs to estranged fathers and karaoke nostalgia, the “Funny Shorts” program highlights filmmakers using humor to explore life’s most relatable and unforgettable moments.
Featured Films in “Funny Shorts”
Three Ladies & A Fake ID
Directed by Brandon Okumura
Three middle-aged women hatch a hilarious plan to score senior discounts at a local restaurant using fake IDs. This playful comedy explores friendship, aging, and the lengths people go for a good deal.
More Dead Than Living
Directed by JT Doran
After Death arrives to inform a bitter widower that his time is up, he agrees to go — but only after one last chaotic adventure with the estranged daughter he never truly connected with. Blending fantasy, comedy, and emotional reflection, the film explores reconciliation and second chances.
Threadbeat Dad
Directed by Crystal Jin Kim
An estranged hospice custodian becomes obsessed with dying with dignity, leading him to wear suits to bed every night and unexpectedly become a bizarre fashion sensation. Offbeat, funny, and heartfelt, the film examines loneliness, fear, and reinvention.
WHAT THE HEAVEN!
Directed by Richard Yan
When his deceased father suddenly returns as a ghost, a Chinese American college student must help him resolve unfinished business before he can finally move on to the afterlife. Combining comedy with heartfelt family drama, the film explores generational relationships and cultural expectations.
CINDY
Directed by Al Chang
An aspiring rapper takes a quiet driving gig but ends up pulled into a bizarre and heartfelt adventure by an unpredictable passenger named Cindy.
AWIT NATIN (OUR SONG)
Directed by Pacqui Pascual
After their father dies during their mother’s hospitalization, a Filipino family goes to absurd lengths to hide the truth.
Comedy & Community at HAAPIFEST 2026
The “Funny Shorts” showcase celebrates the power of humor to connect audiences through stories that are emotional, absurd, relatable, and culturally rich. Featuring independent filmmakers from diverse backgrounds, the program highlights fresh creative voices and entertaining storytelling across genres.
HAAPIFEST 2026 continues its mission of showcasing bold storytelling through narrative films, documentaries, shorts programs, filmmaker Q&As, panels, and cultural events in Houston.
Event Details
📅 June 6, 2026 @ 4:00 PM
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Westchase
📍 10609 Westpark Dr, Houston, TX
🎬 “Funny Shorts”
⏱ Runtime: 95 minutes
🎟️ Tickets and festival passes are available now at:
HAAPIFEST Official Ticket Website
About HAAPIFEST
HAAPIFEST 2026 takes place May 29 – June 14, 2026, featuring in-person screenings, filmmaker Q&As, cultural events, and select online programming available in Texas. The festival celebrates bold storytelling and creative voices through film, media, and community engagement.
This OCA-Greater Houston event is funded in part by Houston Arts Alliance through the City of Houston.