tilde: melbourne trans & gender diverse film festival
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74
Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
Revelation Perth International Film Festival
Perth, Australia · Est. 1998 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Perth, Australia
94
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 28 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Luna Cinemas
- 2 verified pro signals
Overview
Revelation Perth International Film Festival is Perth, Western Australia’s largest and only international film festival, known for a tightly curated 12-day program of adventurous independent cinema. It showcases features, documentaries, short films, experimental work, and animation, and has built a reputation as a major advocate for Australian screen culture and emerging talent.[1][4]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+44 pts)
- 28 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Luna Cinemas
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
1998
Venue
Luna Cinemas
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
10
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