Cannes Film Festival
Cannes, France
100
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Festival dossier
Cannes Film Awards
Cannes, France · Est. 2019 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Cannes, France
28
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Cannes Film Festival, held annually in Cannes, France, is one of the world’s most prestigious and widely publicized film festivals. Founded in 1946, it is invitation-only and is known for premiering new films from around the world, including documentaries, while also serving as a major marketplace and launchpad for awards-season titles.[1][9][11]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+14 pts)
- 7 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-36 pts)
- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- AWARD_MILL_NAME
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
Festival Details
Founded
2019
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Legitimacy Score28/100
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