BFI London Film Festival
London, United Kingdom
100
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ShortScape Film Festival
Edinburgh, United Kingdom · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
24
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
ShortScape Film Festival is a non-competitive Edinburgh-based festival that celebrates emerging Scottish film and video talent, especially work by students, recent graduates, and independent creators. It is notable for combining short films with local artists, musicians, and live creative programming, positioning itself as a community-focused platform within Scotland’s developing screen culture.[2][5][6]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+0 pts)
No positive indicators found
Red Flags (-26 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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