Ultrashorts Film Festival
Uppsala, Sweden
100
Tier AOscarScreenings
Festival dossier
Sweden Film Awards
Sweden · Est. 2019 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Sweden
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- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- Monthly festival pattern - classic award mill indicator
- Monthly competition with award-mill profile — verify before submitting
Overview
Sweden Film Awards is a monthly and annual international film competition based in Sweden that accepts entries from filmmakers around the world. It is notable for its jury-based awards, public screenings of monthly winners, and annual festival finale, positioning it as a platform for emerging and independent filmmakers rather than a major traditional festival.
Last updated Oct 14, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+14 pts)
- 7 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-66 pts)
- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- Monthly festival pattern - classic award mill indicator
- Monthly competition with award-mill profile — verify before submitting
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- AWARD_MILL_NAME
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
Festival Details
Founded
2019
Submission Fees
$12.78 - $12.78
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.9/ 5
Reviews
695
Synced 19 days ago
- Poorna TalkiesFeb 2026
A Masterpiece EGWA MOVIE Recognized The Sweden Film Awards has truly honored the spirit of independent cinema by recognizing EGWA, a film that resonates with profound emotional depth and artistry. This prestigious accolade highlights the film’s exceptional storytelling and its undeniable impact on the global cinematic landscape. It is a well-deserved tribute to a visionary project that pushes the boundaries of modern filmmaking
- Frank LestingFeb 2026
All the steps of process at the festival are professionally handled with such clear communication. It is an honour to be recognised by the festival. A top notch festival. Thank you to for supporting independent filmmakers around the world.
- Robodrone CAMFeb 2026
Thank you for supporting my film.
- Eric SimonsonMar 2026
Great festival! Exciting, efficient, communicative! Everything a filmmaker hopes for when submitting a film. and putting their art on the line.
- Mem YükMar 2026
Thanks to the whole team.
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