Only the Dead Fish go with the flow

Name: Only the Dead Fish go with the flow | Short Films – Short Shorts Film Festival & Asia 2026 Screening in Autumn - SSFF & ASIA 2026 Autumn
Director: Christophe Gomes

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Camille is a six-year-old boy, but Camille feels like a girl. For Carnival, Camille goes to school dressed as a princess, despite the school's refusal to acknowledge Camille as a girl. The principal summons Camille's mother for a final confrontation.

Director: Christophe Gomes
Time: 0:10:00
Country: France
Genre: Drama
Year: 2025
Cast: Samuel Rizzo, Levron Foucault Gavalon

Awards Nominations

Out Of Bounds – Italy – BEST SHORT
Perth Queer film festival – Australia
Gueules d’Amours – France
A l’assaut des courts – France
MONTIFF – France
Un court tournable – France
Silicon Valley queer film festival – USA
Paris bleu – France
MTPIFF Film festival – BEST SHORT

Director

Christophe Gomes

After a career in casting and more than 40 projects to his credit, Christophe he decided to return to his first love: writing and directing. Christophe explores unique narratives. Through his works, he aims to
bring new visibility to marginalized identities and to explore universal themes of love and identity.

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I think the most attractive aspect of my film is its emotional authenticity. It tells a story that feels real and relatable, allowing the audience to connect deeply with the characters and their experiences. Another strong point is the way the film balances simplicity and depth. On the surface, it may seem like a straightforward story, but it carries deeper themes that invite reflection and interpretation. Visually and narratively, I also aimed to create an immersive atmosphere that draws viewers in and keeps them engaged from beginning to end. Ultimately, I believe it’s this combination of sincerity, emotional impact, and subtle complexity that makes the film stand out.