Cork International Film Festival
Cork, Ireland
100
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Mayo International Film Festival
Castlebar, Ireland · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Castlebar, Ireland
26
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Mayo International Film Festival is a regional film festival based in Castlebar, County Mayo, associated with Film Mayo and the local arts community. It is notable for spotlighting Irish and international **short films** and for providing a platform for emerging filmmakers, giving the county a recognized place within Ireland’s festival circuit. Its importance is more regional than global, but it helps connect Mayo-based audiences and filmmakers with wider national and international short-film activity.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+2 pts)
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-26 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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Legitimacy Score26/100
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