Sapporo International Short Film Festival & Market
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The Sapporo International Short Film Festival & Market, also known as Sapporo Short Fest, is an annual festival in Sapporo, Japan, founded in 2006 and devoted to short-form cinema. It is notable as one of Japan’s largest and most respected short film showcases, drawing thousands of submissions from around the world and combining screenings with a rare Japanese market for the commercial rights to short films. [1][2][3]
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 20 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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