Hong Kong International Film Festival
Hong Kong, China
100
Tier AOscarScreenings
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30°Ningbo Short Film Festival
Ningbo, China · Est. 2012 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Ningbo, China
47
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- 14 years of verifiable history
Overview
The 30°Ningbo Short Film Festival is a major short-film event in Ningbo, China, founded from the 2013 Ningbo Short Film Competition and renamed in 2023 to align with international standards.[1][11] It is notable for becoming the first short-film event in mainland China recognized by the Short Film Conference as an international-level festival, and it showcases a broad range of short films through competitions, screenings, exchanges, and forums.[1][15]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 14 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
Founded
2012
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3.8/ 5
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