International Inter University Short Film Festival
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The International Inter-University Short Film Festival (IIUSFF) in Dhaka is an annual festival organized by the Dhaka University Film Society that has run since 2007. It is notable for serving as an international platform for university-going filmmakers, bringing together student and emerging voices from Bangladesh and abroad, and it screens short films across categories such as competition, panorama, one-minute shorts, and themed programs like climate-change-focused works. The festival has grown into a widely recognized student-film event in the regional and international festival circuit, with submissions from dozens of countries and a strong focus on youth storytelling and social issues.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 17 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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