Pigeon Laughs Short Film Comedy Festival
Emerging or unverified festival
Pigeon Laughs Short Film Comedy Festival is Cardiff’s first short comedy film festival and is presented as a platform for inventive comedy shorts from UK and international filmmakers. It is notable for centering comedy as a serious film genre, featuring categories such as Made in Wales, UK, International, Student, and Animated comedy shorts, alongside screenings, Q&As, workshops, and networking events. The festival’s significance in the circuit comes from its role in supporting comedy filmmakers, spotlighting Welsh talent, and building a dedicated comedy-film event in Wales.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+9 pts)
- 4 years of history
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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