Conway Film Festival
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The Conway Film Festival is a small annual film event in Conway, Arkansas, held as part of ArtsFest and organized by the Conway Alliance for the Arts with support from the UCA Film Club.[1][2] It is notable for being free to attend and for spotlighting short-form work, especially narrative shorts, documentaries, and animation, with a separate emphasis on Arkansas-made films.[2]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 10 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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