CKF International Film Festival
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CKF International Film Festival (CKFIFF) is a UK-based, IMDb-listed festival in Swindon that runs as a quarterly competition with an annual screening event. It is notable for welcoming independent filmmakers across many genres, using an international jury, and highlighting award-winning short films, features, music videos, web series, screenplays, animation, and experimental work.[1][3]
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+9 pts)
- 4 years of history
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- FF_RATED
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