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Film Pittsburgh Presents: The Robinson International Short Film Competition
Pittsburgh, United States · Est. 2011 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Pittsburgh, United States
23
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
Film Pittsburgh Presents: The Robinson International Short Film Competition is a Pittsburgh-based festival program dedicated to short films that illuminate the Jewish experience and Jewish-themed storytelling from around the world. It screens narrative, documentary, and animated shorts, and is notable for awarding cash prizes and showcasing finalists at an awards gala, making it a recognized venue for international short filmmaking in the film festival circuit.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 15 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-39 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2011
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Legitimacy Score23/100
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