Front Range International Film Festival

Lyons, United States
Tier CTrusted
57
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

The Front Range International Film Festival in Lyons is a Colorado-focused festival known for showcasing "Colorado Craft Cinema" alongside a broad mix of domestic and international films. It is notable for emphasizing films by Colorado filmmakers and locations while also programming documentaries, features, shorts, and international work, making it a regional platform with broader scope in Colorado's film festival circuit.[1][3]

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+22 pts)

  • 12 years of verifiable history
  • 2 verified pro signals
  • Verified trusted status

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • FF_GOLD_BADGE
  • Documented history with archived programs

Festival Details

Founded

2014

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Legitimacy Score57/100
TierTier C
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