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International Screenplay Competition-ISC@JIFF

Jaipur, India · Est. 2019 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting

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Jaipur, India
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  • Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
  • No physical screenings
  • 1 documented risk signal

Overview

The International Screenplay Competition-ISC@JIFF is the screenplay competition held alongside the Jaipur International Film Festival in Jaipur, India, and it is designed to connect screenwriters, filmmakers, producers, and industry professionals from around the world. It is notable for its global, multilingual reach and for giving top finalists’ scripts to industry professionals for review, while also serving as part of JIFF’s broader co-production and film-market ecosystem.

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 7 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-36 pts)

  • Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
  • No physical screenings
  • 1 documented risk signal
  • On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected

Trust Signals

Risk Flags

  • COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL

Positive Signals

  • FilmFreeway Gold festival

Festival Details

Founded

2019

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Avg. rating

3.4/ 5

Reviews

11

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Legitimacy Score26/100
Reviews0
Community Reports0
FilmFreeway3.4★ · 11

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