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Stockholm, Sweden
74
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Upps Short Film Festival
Uppsala, Sweden · Est. 1982 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Uppsala, Sweden
100
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
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- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- 44 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Various Uppsala venues
Overview
Founded in 1982, the Uppsala Short Film Festival is Sweden's premier arena for short film and one of Europe's most important festivals in the genre, screening over 300 films annually across fiction, documentary, animation, experimental, and hybrid categories. It is notably recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the European Film Academy, and BAFTA, meaning winners of its international or national competitions may qualify for Oscar consideration, while Swedish entries also become eligible for Guldbagge nominations.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+75 pts)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- 44 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Various Uppsala venues
- Named jury members
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (5 vs 0)
- Major accreditation with net-positive trust signals
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Festival Details
Founded
1982
Venue
Various Uppsala venues
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
6
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