BFI London Film Festival
London, United Kingdom
100
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TIC Film Festival
Grays, United Kingdom · Est. 2022 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Grays, United Kingdom
39
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The TIC Film Festival, based in Grays, Essex, is notable for its emphasis on "invisible" cinema: diverse, censored, banned, and low-visibility films from around the world. It positions itself as a platform for underrepresented filmmakers and films that challenge human rights, freedom of speech, identity, and conventional storytelling, alongside screenings, discussions, and networking events.[1][3][4] The festival began in 2018 and later evolved into Thurrock International Film Festival, building a reputation as a regional festival with an international outlook in the UK film circuit.[2][4]
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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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