Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
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Play Short - International Film Awards
United States · Est. 2019 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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United States
26
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
Play Short - International Film Awards is a U.S.-based international awards event dedicated to short filmmaking, with IMDb-listed winners and a submission profile that spans drama, comedy, horror, documentary, experimental, animation, student, mobile, dance, and music video work. It is notable for aiming to discover and recognize emerging filmmakers from around the world, offering public recognition for awards and craft categories rather than functioning as a large public exhibition festival. Its significance in the short-film circuit comes from its broad genre range, international reach, and emphasis on elevating new talent through award recognition.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 7 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-36 pts)
- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- AWARD_MILL_NAME
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2019
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Legitimacy Score26/100
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