Indie Night Film Festival
Emerging or unverified festival
Indie Night Film Festival is a weekly Los Angeles-based festival founded by Dave Brown and held at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood. It is notable as the first and only weekly film festival in the world and as a networking platform that gives independent filmmakers exposure to industry professionals and audiences. The festival showcases short films, web series, trailers, documentaries, and feature films, and is positioned as an accessible showcase for emerging talent in the independent film community.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 11 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
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