Manhattan Short Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The Manhattan Short Film Festival is the world's largest short film festival, notable for screening its 10 global finalists simultaneously in over 500 cities across six continents during a single week, with awards for Best Film and Best Actor determined entirely by audience votes. It showcases narrative short films of 20 minutes or less from international directors, receiving over 1,800 submissions annually, and serves as a critical Oscar-qualifying event where every finalist automatically gains Academy Award eligibility.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+53 pts)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- 29 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 319 Lafayette Street # 126 NYC, NY 10012 United States
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Festival Details
Founded
1997
Venue
319 Lafayette Street # 126 NYC, NY 10012 United States
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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