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Single Frame

Durham, United States · Est. 2020 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven

Tier CUnder Review
Durham, United States
45
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  • No physical screenings
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  • 6 years of verifiable history

Overview

Single Frame is a one-day film festival in Durham, North Carolina, that showcases experimental documentary shorts. It is notable as an alternative to the larger Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, with a focus on non-traditional documentaries that emphasize both form and subject matter. Presented by UNEXPOSED, it helps spotlight avant-garde and experimental work within Durham’s documentary film scene.

Last reviewed Aug 27, 2026 · How we score

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Positive Indicators (+10 pts)

  • 6 years of verifiable history

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

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Location context
Durham, United States

Founded

2020

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3.8/ 5

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Legitimacy Score45/100
TierTier C
FilmFreeway3.8★ · 2

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