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Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
94
Tier AScreenings
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Nitiin International Film Festival
BUKIT MERTAJAM, Malaysia · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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BUKIT MERTAJAM, Malaysia
25
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- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Overview
The Nitiin International Film Festival is a Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia-based festival known for giving emerging filmmakers a platform and for promoting cultural exchange through cinema. Its program is broad, with awards for feature films, short films, documentaries, animation, experimental work, horror/thriller, LGBTQ films, women-focused films, and family or environmental themes, making it a notable genre-spanning international competition. It is significant in the festival circuit as a venue that helps discover new talent and provides recognition for both Malaysian and international filmmakers.
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Last updated Oct 4, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+4 pts)
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-29 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
Festival Details
Founded
2024
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.6/ 5
Reviews
154
Synced 4 days ago
- Joe ChangDec 2023
Fantastic Festival with excellent programming! My animated short film Pray received the award! Many thanks and congratulations to the whole team!!
- Line RainvilleDec 2023
It was a great festival. We had fun. Thank you!
- Mussawir AbrarDec 2023
Great festival! Punctual with deadlines and a smooth selection process.
- Joaquín ValletDec 2023
Wonderful festival. Thank you for awarded our short film.
- Udara WijesingheJan 2024
As a film maker , it’s a pleasure to be a part of film festival like this which has been organized really well. The communication throughout the process was very impressive. Keep up the good work.
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