asifa east animation festival
Established legitimate festival
ASIFA-East Animation Festival is a long-running New York City animation festival founded in 1969 and organized by ASIFA-East, the Eastern U.S. chapter of ASIFA. It is notable as one of the longest-running animation festivals in the United States and as a major showcase for independent, student, experimental, and commissioned animation, including music videos and commercial work.[1][3][4][5]
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+28 pts)
- 57 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Tishman Auditorium
- Verified trusted status
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Festival Details
Founded
1969
Venue
Tishman Auditorium
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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