Life is Short - Festival of Shorts
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Life is Short - Festival of Shorts is a special shorts-only iteration of the Life Fest Film Festival in the United States, designed to lower entry fees and broaden participation by focusing exclusively on short films. It is notable for bringing emerging filmmakers together with Hollywood professionals and for emphasizing films that affirm the intrinsic worth of human life; its short-film format makes it a niche platform within the festival circuit rather than a large awards-qualifying event.[1]
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 9 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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