GAZE International LGBTQIA Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
GAZE International LGBTQIA Film Festival is Ireland’s leading LGBTQIA film festival, founded in 1992 and held annually in Dublin, usually at the Light House Cinema and the Irish Film Institute. It is notable for spotlighting queer storytelling from Ireland and around the world, and for its importance as a major cultural gathering and platform for LGBTQIA filmmakers and audiences in Ireland.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+34 pts)
- 31 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Light House Cinema
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
1995
Venue
Light House Cinema
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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