BFI London Film Festival
London, United Kingdom
100
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Oxford Script Awards
Oxford, United Kingdom · Est. 2021 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Oxford, United Kingdom
28
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Oxford Script Awards is an IMDb-qualifying screenplay festival in Oxford, United Kingdom, founded to recognize emerging screenwriting talent worldwide. It is notable for focusing on scripts rather than finished films, with categories for feature, short, television, and first-time writers, and for positioning itself as a pathway to production through industry connections and recognition.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+14 pts)
- 5 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
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
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
Festival Details
Founded
2021
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Legitimacy Score28/100
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