Frameline Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The Frameline Film Festival, also known as the San Francisco International LGBTQ+ Film Festival, is the world's oldest and largest LGBTQ+ film exhibition, established in 1976 (with the festival running since 1977) and attracting 60,000 to 80,000 attendees annually[1][2]. It showcases a diverse array of films by and about LGBTQ people, including pioneering documentaries, gripping features, delightful shorts, animated comedies, and cinematic classics[1][3]. As the most well-attended LGBTQ+ arts event in the San Francisco Bay Area and a founding member of the North American Queer Festival Alliance, it holds significant status as the premier global celebration of queer cinema with a mission to "change the world through the power of queer cinema"[1][2][5].
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+33 pts)
- 49 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Castro Theatre, Roxie Theater
- Named jury members
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Festival Details
Founded
1977
Venue
Castro Theatre, Roxie Theater
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
8
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