Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
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Three Rivers - Shorts & Script Competition (formerly Pittsburgh Shorts)
Pittsburgh, United States · Est. 2017 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Pittsburgh, United States
26
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Three Rivers - Shorts & Script Competition, formerly known as Pittsburgh Shorts, is a program of the Three Rivers Film Festival in Pittsburgh that presents contemporary short films from around the world and around the corner. It is notable for pairing shorts screenings with a live script competition, filmmaker networking, and awards recognition, making it a visible stop for short-form filmmaking in the U.S. festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 9 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-36 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2017
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Legitimacy Score26/100
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