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Tier AOscarScreenings
Festival dossier
James River Shorts
Richmond, United States · Est. 1994 · Established legitimate festival with meaningful track record
Tier BUnder Review
Richmond, United States
73
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Solid signals — do normal diligence
Tier B looks established enough for many filmmakers. Check fees, programming fit, and recent editions before submitting.
- Trust status under active review
- 32 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 200 N Blvd, Richmond, Virginia 23220
Overview
The James River Shorts is a established film festival held in Richmond, United States. The festival hosts physical screenings at 200 N Blvd, Richmond, Virginia 23220. It offers 1 award category. False Festival rates its legitimacy at 62/100 (Tier B).
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+23 pts)
- 32 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 200 N Blvd, Richmond, Virginia 23220
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (2 vs 1)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
- Trust status under active review
Festival Details
Founded
1994
Venue
200 N Blvd, Richmond, Virginia 23220
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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