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Bozeman, United States · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
Pinky’s Film Festival is a competitive short-film festival held at the Empire Twin movie house in Livingston, Montana, and it is named for Pinky Warner, the longtime theater owner whose legacy it honors. It showcases short films by both amateur and professional filmmakers active in the Rocky Mountain West, with a particular emphasis on building Montana’s filmmaking community and connecting students with industry professionals.[2]
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
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