Another Hole in the Head Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
San Francisco's Another Hole in the Head Film Festival is a highly rated, 22-year-old genre festival celebrating independent Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, and boundary-pushing cinema like Westerns, AI, and experimental art. Notable for defying strict genre conventions to showcase 'wild, weird, and wonderfully unexpected' films from global emerging and established filmmakers, it serves as a vital promotional platform in the second-largest U.S. film market. The festival has garnered industry attention from top outlets like Variety and the San Francisco Chronicle, with many screenings sparking interest from distributors and other festivals.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+38 pts)
- Film Fest Alliance Member
- 23 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 1746 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94115
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Festival Details
Founded
2003
Venue
1746 Post St, San Francisco, CA 94115
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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