yesh film festival
ZüRich, Switzerland
74
Tier BScreenings
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La Nuit de la glisse Short Film Festival
Founex, Switzerland · Est. 1981 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Founex, Switzerland
96
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 45 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at NDG CINEMA
- 3 verified pro signals
Overview
La Nuit de la Glisse Short Film Festival is an action-sports and outdoor short-film event based in Founex, Switzerland, under the NDG Cinema label. It is notable for giving emerging filmmakers first major visibility and for showcasing non-fiction short films centered on extreme sports, freeride, and adventure imagery, with a world-premiere requirement for submissions.[1][4] In the festival circuit, it functions as a touring, high-profile showcase across European venues and cinemas, helping young directors reach both audiences and the wider European and international film industry.[1][9]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+46 pts)
- 45 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at NDG CINEMA
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
1981
Venue
NDG CINEMA
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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