BFI London Film Festival
London, United Kingdom
100
Tier AFIAPFOscarScreenings
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japanese avant-garde and experimental film festival) (premiere
London, United Kingdom · Est. 2017 · Established legitimate festival with meaningful track record
Tier BUnder Review
London, United Kingdom
60
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- No named venue
- Trust status under active review
- 9 years of verifiable history
Overview
The japanese avant-garde and experimental film festival) (premiere is a established film festival held in London, United Kingdom, founded in 2017. The festival hosts confirmed physical screenings. It offers 2 award categories. False Festival rates its legitimacy at 62/100 (Tier B).
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+15 pts)
- 9 years of verifiable history
- Has physical screenings
Red Flags (-5 pts)
- No named venue
- Trust status under active review
Festival Details
Founded
2017
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
2
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