12th Annual LDUB Film Festival and Palm Beach SWEDE Fest
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The 12th Annual LDUB Film Festival and Palm Beach SWEDE Fest in Lake Worth is a weekend event centered at the Lake Worth Playhouse that combines independent filmmaking with a playful parody competition. LDUB showcases films from around the world across narratives, documentaries, shorts, music videos, animation, and experimental work, while SWEDE Fest features short, no-budget remakes of Hollywood films made by amateur creators. The festival is notable for pairing serious indie cinema with a humor-driven community event and for supporting South Florida filmmakers through screenings, awards, and free technical workshops, making it a distinctive local stop on the regional film festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 12 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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