Creation International Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Creation International Film Festival (CIFF) is an IMDb-recognized indie film and screenplay festival now based in Los Angeles, California. It is notable for its low entry fees, large number of award categories, and quarterly format, and it positions itself as a platform for independent filmmakers who want recognition outside of big-budget festival circuits. CIFF showcases a broad mix of narrative, documentary, animated, horror, thriller/action, comedy, sci-fi, student, music video, web series, trailer, and screenplay work.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 11 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Liberal Arts Building Auditorium Room 120
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
2015
Venue
Liberal Arts Building Auditorium Room 120
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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