Best Shorts Competition

La Jolla, United States
Warning
25
Legitimacy Score

Multiple red flags detected - exercise caution

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+10 pts)

  • 15 years of verifiable history

Red Flags (-35 pts)

  • Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
  • Excessive award categories (30)
  • No physical screenings

Festival Details

Founded

2011

Venue

8861 Villa La Jolla Drive #13131, La Jolla, CA 92037

Award Categories

30

Submission Fees

$60

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Legitimacy Score25/100
TierWarning
Reviews0
Community Reports0

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