maailmafilmi festival / world film festival
Tartu, Estonia
74
Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
sleepwalkers student and short film festival
Tallinn, Estonia · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tallinn, Estonia
96
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- BAFTA Recognized
- Physical screenings at Kino SuperNova
- 2 verified pro signals
Overview
The sleepwalkers student and short film festival is a established film festival held in Tallinn, Estonia. It is BAFTA recognized. The festival hosts confirmed physical screenings. It offers 1 award category. False Festival rates its legitimacy at 72/100 (Tier B).
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+51 pts)
- BAFTA Recognized
- Physical screenings at Kino SuperNova
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 1)
- Major accreditation with net-positive trust signals
Red Flags (-5 pts)
- Limited or unverifiable history
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Venue
Kino SuperNova
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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