All Genders, Lifestyles, and Identities Film Festival
Austin, United States
79
Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
Big Apple Film Festival
New York, United States · Est. 2005 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
New York, United States
87
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 21 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 333 West 23rd Street, New York, New York 10011
- Verified trusted status
Overview
The Big Apple Film Festival is a New York City independent film festival founded in 2003 that showcases films from the local indie community alongside selected works from the U.S. and abroad. It is notable for its strong emphasis on filmmaker and screenwriter career development, with screenings, awards, pitch sessions, networking events, and an annual agents-and-managers conference that connects participants with industry professionals.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+37 pts)
- 21 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 333 West 23rd Street, New York, New York 10011
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (3 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Festival Details
Founded
2005
Venue
333 West 23rd Street, New York, New York 10011
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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- Quarterfinalist in Big Apple Film Festival and shookredditApr 28, 2026Neutral
UPDATE: Oh my god I got Semifinalist. I was so discouraged by the posts saying it's not going to happen with a first screenplay, but I did it. I got Semifinalist. I am very new to all of this, but I wrote a feature length screenplay for the first time in November on a whim, learned screenwriting as I did it, and poured so much of my soul into it, because I've always wanted to write something more than just short stories and prose. I am so shocked that after brutal coverage n…
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