Vegas Movie Awards
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The Vegas Movie Awards (VMA) is an influential, fast-growing international film festival in Las Vegas dedicated to celebrating excellence in indie cinema, having featured over 4,500 films from more than 70 countries since its 2019 inception. Notable for its 'high-quality monthly online competition' leading to an annual physical gala, it distinguishes itself by awarding Academy, Emmy, Golden Globe, and BAFTA-winning actors and directors alongside hundreds of independent filmmakers. As part of the Fromtheart Foundation, the festival also serves a social mission by fostering community among underprivileged youth through art and transforming Las Vegas into a global filmmaking hub.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+0 pts)
No positive indicators found
Red Flags (-60 pts)
- Name follows 'award mill' pattern (ends in 'Awards')
- Excessive award categories (35)
- No physical screenings
- Limited or unverifiable history
- Flagged as high risk by reputation monitoring
Festival Details
Venue
Unknown
Award Categories
35
Submission Fees
$45 - $85
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- Vegas Movie Awards — Reputation CheckperplexityJun 23, 2026Negative
There is no publicly documented evidence that the “Vegas Movie Awards” (VMA) film festival has been formally shut down, cancelled, or officially declared a scam or fraudulent operation by authorities or major industry‑watch organizations. However, there are notable red flags and concerns frequently associated with similarly structured festivals that may be relevant: - **Revenue model via paid aw
- Vegas Movie Awards — Reputation ReportinternalMay 19, 2026Negative
This festival has been flagged by our automated trust model for exhibiting multiple red flag patterns. Community reports and data signals indicate elevated risk. Review the full analysis before submitting.
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