Starling Film Festival
Emerging or unverified festival
Starling Film Festival is a UK-based short film festival on the Wirral that presents films both online and in person, and describes itself as "a small festival with the heart and ambition of the big ones." It is notable for its inclusive submission policy, international reach, and awards program, with selected films screened online and finalists shown at its live event. The festival showcases a wide range of short films, including fiction, documentary, animation, horror, LGBT, student, and short feature work, making it a broad platform for emerging filmmakers in the UK festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 5 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
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