Tier 3
Malescorto
Malesco, Italy
- Submission deadline
- 1 May 2027
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Documentaries, Animation
Last verified 2 October 2026
About Malescorto
Malescorto is an international short film festival held annually in the mountain village of Malesco within the Valle Vigezzo region since 1999.
Malescorto submission FAQ
When is the Malescorto submission deadline?
The main submission deadline for Malescorto is around 1 May 2027. Estimated from the festival's usual schedule; confirm on the official site.
Does Malescorto require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Malescorto accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Malescorto held?
Malescorto takes place in Malesco, Italy.
Is Malescorto a scam, or is it legitimate?
Malescorto is a legitimate, established film festival: it is listed in FilmRun's curated, human-vetted festival database, which deliberately excludes known scam festivals and certificate mills. As with any festival, confirm the current deadline and fee on the official site before you pay.
Is Malescorto right for your film?
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