Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
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Circle Of Life Indie Film Festival
New York, United States · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
WarningUnder Review
New York, United States
32
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
I could not verify a film festival officially named the 'Circle Of Life Indie Film Festival' in New York from the provided results. The closest match is Circle of Life Films, a New York-based independent film company, while the New York City Independent Film Festival is a separate event that showcases independent films, documentaries, shorts, features, and animation in Manhattan and is positioned as a platform for emerging filmmakers.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+2 pts)
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-20 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Limited or unverifiable history
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
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Legitimacy Score32/100
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