Cannes Film Festival
Cannes, France
100
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Video Poem Competition of La Factorie
Val-de-Reuil, France · Est. 2022 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Val-de-Reuil, France
19
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- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
Overview
The Video Poem Competition of La Factorie is an annual French festival that celebrates the intersection of film and poetry. Organized by La Factorie – Maison de Poésie de Normandie, it showcases short films where a poem is central to the cinematic expression, utilizing various techniques to convey its essence. The festival culminates with an award ceremony and screenings during the POESIA poetry festival, highlighting its unique niche in the film and literary worlds.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+5 pts)
- 4 years of history
Red Flags (-36 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
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Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
Festival Details
Founded
2022
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