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11th Annual Stage 32 Short Film Contest
United States · Est. 2016 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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United States
25
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The 11th Annual Stage 32 Short Film Contest is a U.S.-based short-film program run by Stage 32 in partnership with the HollyShorts Film Festival. It is notable for selecting top short films for theatrical screening at HollyShorts in Los Angeles, including an Opening Night showcase, and for giving winning filmmakers industry exposure through curated screenings and Q&A panels. The contest focuses on short films made within the last three years, with eligible runtimes between 3 and 23 minutes, and is presented as a high-profile opportunity within the short-film festival circuit.[1][2][3]
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+14 pts)
- 10 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-39 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2016
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