World University Animation Awards
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
0
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Eye Catcher Short Awards
Hong Kong · Est. 2023 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Hong Kong
21
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- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
Overview
Eye Catcher Short Awards is a Hong Kong-based short film competition presented by Eye Catcher that launched in 2025 for filmmakers from Hong Kong and across Asia. It is notable for its unusually broad short-film scope, with categories including animation, documentary, drama, music video, dance video, AI-generated work, and student films, and for linking shortlisted films to workshops, screenings, awards, and overseas festival opportunities.[1][2]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+7 pts)
- 3 years of history
- 1 verified pro signal
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
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
Festival Details
Founded
2023
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
3.8/ 5
Reviews
1
Synced 4 days ago
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