Kew Gardens Festival of Cinema
Established legitimate festival
The Kew Gardens Festival of Cinema (now rebranded as Festival of Cinema NYC) is a notable international film festival founded in 2016 in Forest Hills, Queens, New York City, established to provide an alternative to the Tribeca and New York Film Festivals. It showcases over 400 independent films from 40 countries across all lengths and genres, including documentaries, experimental shorts, and music videos, with a mission to break stereotypes associated with independent cinema. The festival has gained significant recognition in the film circuit, ranking in the top 1.5% of over 8,000 global festivals on FilmFreeway and attracting thousands of visitors from around the world.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+28 pts)
- Film Fest Alliance Member
- Physical screenings at 108-22 Queens Boulevard, Forest Hills, New York 11375 United States
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-5 pts)
- Limited or unverifiable history
Festival Details
Venue
108-22 Queens Boulevard, Forest Hills, New York 11375 United States
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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