Key West Film Festival - Florida
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The Key West Film Festival is an annual contemporary film festival in Key West, Florida, known for its tropical setting, strong Florida filmmaking emphasis, and high-profile industry programming. It showcases a broad mix of features, documentaries, shorts, and international films, and is notable on the fall awards-season circuit for its Critics’ Focus and Costume Design Focus programs, as well as awards and support for emerging filmmakers.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 14 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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