Sunderland Shorts heads to GermanyA North East short film festival is taking its show on the road and showcasing regional filmmaking talent on the European stage. Sunderland Shorts Film Festival is heading to Germany next month through a new collaboration with the Snowdance Film Festival in Essen. Chris Allan, Sunderland Shorts Film Festival director and film engagement officer at Culture House, said: “Every year we have the privilege of sharing some of the best new films around here in the city. To find out more about Sunderland Shorts, click here. The Snowdance Independent Film Festival takes place from 4 February at venues across the city of Essen, with the Sunderland Shorts showcase taking place at Sabu at the Lichtburg on Sunday, February 8 from 3pm.