16th Kolkata Shorts International Film Festival-27
Emerging or unverified festival
The 16th Kolkata Shorts International Film Festival-27 is a Kolkata-based short-film festival that positions itself as a major platform for emerging and professional filmmakers. It is notable for its international participation, industry networking, master classes, and a program centered on short cinema rather than feature-length work, making it a recognized venue in India’s short-film circuit. It showcases short films, documentaries, animation, music videos, and ad films, with awards across these categories.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 16 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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