Sydney Film Festival
Sydney, Australia
100
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Poco Film Fest
Ballarat, Australia · Est. 2022 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Ballarat, Australia
39
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
Poco Film Fest is a biennial short film festival based in Ballarat, Australia, that champions Australian filmmaking and emerging talent. It is notable for screening finalist films at the historic Regent Cinema and for combining a competitive film program with industry networking and talks, making it a regional showcase with broader significance in Australia’s short-film circuit.[1][2][6]
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+7 pts)
- 4 years of history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-18 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2022
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Legitimacy Score39/100
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