The nominated Oscar short films are notoriously difficult for people to watch, but they are often some of the most rewarding projects of a given year. Fortunately, many of this year's nominees are already streaming online — and all 15 will be available to see in select theaters later in February. BEST ANIMATED SHORTTwo of the nominees in this category are able to be viewed on YouTube and are embedded below. BEST LIVE-ACTION SHORTOnly one of these five nominees is currently able to stream: “Two People Exchanging Saliva,” from Alexandre Singh and Natalie Musteata. Roadside Attractions will distribute all 15 short film nominees in theaters in the United States and Canada on Feb. 20.