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London, United Kingdom
100
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Southern Maltings - 5 Minute Film Festival
Ware, United Kingdom · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Ware, United Kingdom
24
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Southern Maltings - 5 Minute Film Festival is an online film festival based in Ware, United Kingdom, organized by the Southern Maltings arts and events center. It encourages filmmakers of all ages and abilities to create short films no longer than five minutes, promoting local artistic talent and community engagement. The festival has been running for at least two years and accepts a wide range of film types.
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
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Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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