Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
Tier AOscarScreenings
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Cinestars Chicago Film Festival
Chicago, United States · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Chicago, United States
21
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Chicago International Film Festival, founded in 1964 by Michael Kutza, is North America's longest-running competitive film festival. It showcases a diverse range of international and domestic films, including features, documentaries, and shorts, and is a significant cultural importer of world cinema to the Midwest. The festival is known for discovering new talent and honoring established filmmakers.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+0 pts)
No positive indicators found
Red Flags (-29 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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Legitimacy Score21/100
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