VAF Viborg Animation Festival
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VAF Viborg Animation Festival is Denmark’s largest international animation festival and is organized by The Animation Workshop in Viborg. It is notable for its competition programme for animated short films, its BAFTA-qualifying status, and its role as a major Nordic gathering point for animation artists, industry professionals, students, and audiences. [2][6]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 13 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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