leedsfilmfest
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF) is the largest film festival in England outside of London, founded in 1987 and held annually in November across multiple venues in Leeds. It is notable for showcasing over 250 films from 80+ countries, with a strong focus on supporting new independent filmmakers in fiction, documentary, animation, and world genre cinema, while offering Academy Award and BAFTA-qualifying short film competitions.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+63 pts)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- BAFTA Recognized
- 40 years of verifiable history
- Has physical screenings
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-5 pts)
- No named venue
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