Vienna Shorts
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Vienna Shorts is Austria's largest international short film festival, showcasing 250–350 films under 30 minutes annually in live-action, documentary, animation, experimental, music video, and hybrid formats. It is notable for being an Oscar, BAFTA, European Film Award, and Austrian Film Award qualifying festival, while serving as a politically outspoken hub that tackles serious global issues and fosters meaningful industry discussions.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+58 pts)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- 22 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Various Vienna venues
- Named jury members
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Festival Details
Founded
2004
Venue
Various Vienna venues
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
6
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