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Ely Film Festival
Ely, United States · Est. 2022 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
WarningUnder Review
Ely, United States
39
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Ely Film Festival is an annual independent cinema event in Ely, Minnesota, launched in 2023 and centered at the historic Ely State Theater. It is notable for its strong community focus and for spotlighting Indigenous and Minnesotan stories alongside regional and national independent filmmaking, including documentaries, narratives, and shorts. In the local and broader indie circuit, it has quickly gained attention for its audience engagement, filmmaker Q&As, and sizable programming for a young festival.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+7 pts)
- 4 years of history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-18 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- FF_RATED
Festival Details
Founded
2022
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Legitimacy Score39/100
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