Atlanta SCI-FI Film Festival
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The Atlanta SCI-FI Film Festival is a boutique annual festival founded in 2015 by the Multicultural Sci-Fi Organization and centered on independent science-fiction storytelling. It is notable for its emphasis on diversity and inclusion, its competitive short-film focus, and its mix of local Georgia work with international submissions, including categories such as live action, animation, Afrofuturism, and Indigenous films. The festival is significant in the sci-fi circuit as a platform for emerging filmmakers and underrepresented voices, and it also includes special events such as the 48-Hour Sci-Tech Film Challenge and occasional advance screenings and panels.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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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
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