“Manuel Trujillo Durán" National & International Short Film Festival, FMTD
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The Manuel Trujillo Durán National & International Short Film Festival (FMTD) is a long-running short film event based in Maracaibo, Venezuela, organized by the Cine Club Universitario de Maracaibo and associated with the University of Zulia. It is notable as one of Venezuela’s oldest and longest-running short film festivals, and it showcases competitive short works in fiction, documentary, animation, and hybrid forms, with both national and international selections. Its significance in the festival circuit comes from its role in promoting short-form cinema in Venezuela and extending that platform to filmmakers from other countries.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
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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Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
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