Toronto International Film Festival
Toronto, Canada
100
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Twelve Vacancies Film Festival
Montreal, Canada · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Montreal, Canada
24
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The Twelve Vacancies Film Festival is a student-run, non-profit festival based at McGill University in Montreal, Canada, founded in 2023. It focuses on showcasing experimental and horror short films by emerging youth filmmakers (under 25 or students), aiming to foster a vibrant film community. The festival is notable for its student-led jury, its twice-annual screenings, and its commitment to visually innovative and engaging short films, often drawing submissions from across Canada and internationally. [twelvevacancies.com](https://www.twelvevacancies.com/)
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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Legitimacy Score24/100
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