Fisheye International Film Festival

United Kingdom
Tier CTrusted
59
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

Fisheye International Film Festival is an independently run festival based in High Wycombe, South Buckinghamshire, founded in 2015 and known for its international competition that has grown from a local community project into a broader platform for emerging filmmakers. It showcases short films and features from the UK and around the world across a wide range of genres, with selected entries curated for screenings and awards by an expert jury. The festival is notable for bringing lesser-seen films to a local audience while building the region’s profile as a hub for international cinema.

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+24 pts)

  • 10 years of verifiable history
  • 3 verified pro signals
  • Verified trusted status

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • FF_GOLD_BADGE
  • FF_RATED
  • Documented history with archived programs

Festival Details

Founded

2016

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Legitimacy Score59/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
Community Reports0

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