Sydney Film Festival
Sydney, Australia
100
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Voices of Women Short Film and Script Festival
Petersham, Australia · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Petersham, Australia
23
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
Voices of Women Short Film and Script Festival is an Australian festival based in Petersham/Sydney that began in 2018 and is dedicated to amplifying diverse female voices in cinema and scriptwriting. It is notable for its International Women’s Day focus, its emphasis on recognition and connection for women creatives, and its programming of short films and short scripts from filmmakers around the world.[1][2][3]
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+2 pts)
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-29 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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Legitimacy Score23/100
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