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SCAM? Kuala Lumpur Independent Film Festival

7 years, 9 months ago - max thurlow

WARNING: Kuala Lumpur Independent Film Festival

I recently had a bad experience with a film festival for the first time, so wanted to see if anyone else had a similar experience and also warn other SPers.

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7 years, 9 months ago - Paddy Robinson-Griffin

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zf6f6cIKvCQ There are some less legit festies out there - they make money on submission fees.

7 years, 9 months ago - max thurlow

Hey Paddy. I was told a film I was involved in was a 'finalist' but that I had to pay a $50 'screening charge' (after paying the submission fee). About two weeks later I was asked in an email how long the film is, which implies they hadn't watched it. I mainly wanted to see if anyone else had dealt with this festival and post a warning...

7 years, 8 months ago - Paddy Robinson-Griffin

Sounds dodgy as hell - I think you're wise to steer clear!