Florida Surf Film Festival
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The Florida Surf Film Festival is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in New Smyrna Beach that has run since 2012, making it a long-running surf-focused event in the region.[2][6] It is notable for centering contemporary documentary films about surfing while also supporting surf culture through podcasts, literary discussions, and workshops, and it has become a recurring stop for surf filmmakers and premieres on the East Coast.[2][3][4]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 13 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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