Ipswich Film Festival for Youth
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The Ipswich Film Festival for Youth (IFFY) is a locally produced Australian short film competition run by Ipswich City Council that has been operating since 2013 and was in its 12th year in 2025. It is notable for giving young filmmakers aged 7 to 25 a national platform, with awards, themed challenges, and a public screening-and-awards event. The festival showcases short films of up to five minutes, including general entries, documentary, animation/stop motion, and music video categories for older age groups, making it a significant youth-focused event in the Australian film festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 12 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
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