Nepal International Film Festival
Kathmandu, Nepal
100
Tier AScreenings
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Queer Film Festival Kathmandu
Kathmandu, Nepal · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Kathmandu, Nepal
21
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- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Overview
The Queer Film Festival Kathmandu (QFFK) is a significant platform in Nepal dedicated to showcasing films that address issues of gender and sexual minority communities globally. It aims to promote solidarity, respect, and understanding for diverse sexual identities and gender expressions, providing an alternative space for queer narratives often underrepresented in mainstream Nepali cinema. The festival also serves to bridge the gap between the queer community and the wider public through dialogue and awareness.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+0 pts)
No positive indicators found
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
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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