First Short, Festival panafricain de films d'école de Yaoundé
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First Short, the Festival Panafricain de Films d’école de Yaoundé, is a pan-African film festival founded in 2014 in Yaoundé, Cameroon. It is notable for promoting film schools and student-made works, especially short films, and for serving as a meeting point for emerging filmmakers, professionals, and audiences through screenings, workshops, and industry exchanges. Its significance in the festival circuit comes from its role in spotlighting young African talent and providing a dedicated platform for school films within Cameroon and beyond.[2][5][11]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+10 pts)
- 9 years of verifiable history
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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