Alternating Currents Film Festival

Davenport, United States
Tier CUnder Review
47
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

Alternating Currents Film Festival is the film component of the larger Alternating Currents arts festival in Davenport and the broader Quad Cities, founded in 2017 and known for transforming downtown spaces into a multi-venue, free public celebration of music, comedy, film, and visual art. It is notable as the Quad Cities’ largest film festival and for its role as a regional showcase for independent and short films, especially work by rising filmmakers and Midwest talent.

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 8 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • FF_GOLD_BADGE

Festival Details

Founded

2018

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
Community Reports0

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