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15th Chennai International Documentary and Short Film Festival 2027
India · Est. 2013 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
India
47
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
- 13 years of verifiable history
Overview
The 15th Chennai International Documentary and Short Film Festival 2027 is a Chennai-based non-competitive festival dedicated exclusively to documentaries and short films. It is notable for promoting documentary and short-film culture in Tamil Nadu, screening work from India and abroad, and drawing filmmakers and audiences into a citywide showcase with a strong focus on viewing, discussion, and artistic exchange. [1][11]
Last reviewed Aug 27, 2026 · How we score
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 13 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
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- Named venue
- Not listed in our structured data — verify on the official site
- Physical screenings
- Not confirmed — treat online-only claims carefully
- Location context
- India
Founded
2013
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