Austin Micro Film Festival
Emerging or unverified festival
The Austin Micro Film Festival is a seasonal Austin-based event founded by filmmaker Mikel Fair that screens international independent micro-films in a fast-paced back-to-back format. It is notable for its strict six-minute runtime limit and its broad genre mix, including drama, comedy, documentary, experimental, horror, animation, and music videos, making it a niche stop on the micro-festival circuit for very short-form independent work. Its significance lies in spotlighting compact, high-production-value films and providing a dedicated showcase for micro-cinema from around the world.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 8 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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