Disappear Here Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Disappear Here Film Festival is a small but increasingly prominent festival held in Ballyliffin, County Donegal, and is known as Ireland’s most northerly film festival. It showcases a broad mix of independent Irish and international cinema, with a strong emphasis on new voices, and includes fiction, documentary, animation, and music video strands alongside workshops, Q&As, and industry events. Its significance lies in its role as a regional platform for emerging filmmakers and socially engaged storytelling, while also drawing attention to Donegal’s growing place in the Irish film festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 9 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Ballyliffin Hotel
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2017
Venue
Ballyliffin Hotel
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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