MicroActs • Artist Film Screenings

London, United Kingdom
Tier CUnder Review
47
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

MicroActs • Artist Film Screenings is a London-based screening series for short artist films, typically six minutes or less, with a strong emphasis on experimental, non-linear, and politically or personally expressive work. It is notable for its international scope, its free community screenings in east London, and its role in promoting artist film and LGBTQ+ and intersectional voices within the wider film festival circuit.

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 9 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • FF_RATED

Festival Details

Founded

2017

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
Community Reports0

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