Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
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The New City Minute Film Festival
New City, United States · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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New City, United States
24
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The New York Minute Film Festival (NYMFF) was an online film festival launched in 2005, notable for its pioneering focus on 60-second films and its early adoption of online submissions and voting. It aimed to democratize filmmaking by providing a platform for both established and emerging filmmakers to showcase short-form content, anticipating trends in digital video platforms like Vine and TikTok [newyorkminutefilmfestival.com]. The festival received 125 entries from 16 countries in its inaugural year [newyorkminutefilmfestival.com].
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+0 pts)
No positive indicators found
Red Flags (-26 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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Legitimacy Score24/100
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