Cinema Femme Short-Film Festival
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Cinema Femme Short Film Festival is a Chicago-based festival presented by Cinema Femme and centered at the Music Box Theatre. It is notable for spotlighting short films by women, trans, non-binary, and gender-expansive filmmakers, while also building industry connections through panels, networking, and mentorship programs. The festival has grown into a recurring platform in the short-film circuit for emerging underrepresented voices and for showcasing a mix of documentary, narrative, and genre-driven shorts from the U.S. and abroad.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 7 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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