Covellite International Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The Covellite International Film Festival (CIFF), founded in 2015 in Butte, Montana, showcases international films in historic Uptown Butte venues, transforming them into spaces for storytelling and community building among filmmakers and audiences.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+30 pts)
- 11 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 57 W BROADWAY Butte, Montana 59701 United States
- 1 verified pro signal
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2015
Venue
57 W BROADWAY Butte, Montana 59701 United States
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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