vistacurta | Festival de Curtas de Viseu
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vistacurta | Festival de Curtas de Viseu is a short-film festival organized by Cine Clube de Viseu that highlights independent Portuguese cinema, with a strong emphasis on regional production from Viseu and the surrounding district.[1][6][9] It is notable for its dual competitive structure—National and Local—and for also including the youth-juried "Primeira Vista" prize, while screening shorts of many genres, including fiction, documentary, animation, experimental work, and music videos.[1][3][5] In the Portuguese festival circuit, it stands out as a regional showcase and discovery platform for emerging filmmakers, combining competition with screenings, talks, workshops, and educational activities.[3][4][8]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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- 16 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
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- No physical screenings
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- Documented history with archived programs
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