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London, United Kingdom
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Depict Short Film Competition
Bristol, United Kingdom · Est. 2006 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Bristol, United Kingdom
26
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
Depict Short Film Competition is a Bristol-based, international super-short film competition that has run since 1998 as part of Encounters Film Festival. It is notable for its 90-second limit, free global entry, and focus on emerging talent, making it a distinctive platform for original, high-impact short filmmaking within the wider festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 20 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-36 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2006
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