Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
What does a superhero do when he doesn’t feel super?
After miraculously gaining incredible powers, two best friends should be living the dream. But when one of them becomes trapped by self-doubt, isolation, and his own insecurities, the other must step in to remind him of who he really is.
Blending action, comedy, and heartfelt storytelling, Sidekicks explores friendship, mental health, and the challenges of finding your worth—even when you have the power to do almost anything.
Part live-action adventure and part motion-comic experience, Sidekicks serves as a proof of concept for a larger story about growing up, overcoming adversity, and realizing your true potential.
Written and directed by John Daniel
Starring John Daniel and Jesse Camacho
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From the filmmaker:
“As a lifelong comic book fan, I’ve always wanted to see superheroes in their most vulnerable moments—dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, imposter syndrome, and the weight of their extraordinary abilities.”
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What does a superhero do when he doesn’t feel super?
After miraculously gaining incredible powers, two best friends should be living the dream. But when one of them becomes trapped by self-doubt, isolation, and his own insecurities, the other must step in to remind him of who he really is.
Blending action, comedy, and heartfelt storytelling, Sidekicks explores friendship, mental health, and the challenges of finding your worth—even when you have the power to do almost anything.
Part live-action adventure and part motion-comic experience, Sidekicks serves as a proof of concept for a larger story about growing up, overcoming adversity, and realizing your true potential.
Written and directed by John Daniel
Starring John Daniel and Jesse Camacho
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From the filmmaker:
“As a lifelong comic book fan, I’ve always wanted to see superheroes in their most vulnerable moments—dealing with depression, anxiety, addiction, imposter syndrome, and the weight of their extraordinary abilities.”
A FILM SHORTAGE SELECTION
#FilmShortage #SuperheroFilm #ActionComedy
FILM SHORTAGE ON SOCIAL MEDIA
Instagram: instagram.com/filmshortage
Twitter: twitter.com/filmshortage
Facebook: facebook.com/filmshortage
Website: filmshortage.com
Film Shortage is home to the next generation of filmmakers, premiering some of the best and diverse short films online
