CineYouth Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
CineYouth is an annual three-day film festival presented by Cinema/Chicago and the Chicago International Film Festival, celebrating the work of filmmakers 22 and younger through public screenings, workshops, and awards.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+30 pts)
- 21 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 212 W. Van Buren Street Suite 400 Chicago, IL 60607 United States
- 1 verified pro signal
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2005
Venue
212 W. Van Buren Street Suite 400 Chicago, IL 60607 United States
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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