Tier 4
Side by Side
Saint Petersburg, Russia
- Premiere
- No premiere requirement
- Formats accepted
- Shorts, Features, Documentaries
Last verified 2 October 2026
About Side by Side
Side by Side is an LGBT film festival that organises screenings and discussions in Saint Petersburg and Moscow.
Side by Side submission FAQ
Does Side by Side require a premiere?
No premiere requirement. Side by Side accepts films that have screened elsewhere.
Where is Side by Side held?
Side by Side takes place in Saint Petersburg, Russia.
Is Side by Side a scam, or is it legitimate?
Side by Side 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.
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