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Tier AOscarScreenings
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Lake Charles Film Festival
Lake Charles, United States · Est. 2011 · Established legitimate festival with meaningful track record
Tier BTrusted
Lake Charles, United States
65
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Solid signals — do normal diligence
Tier B looks established enough for many filmmakers. Check fees, programming fit, and recent editions before submitting.
- No physical screenings
- 15 years of verifiable history
- 3 verified pro signals
Overview
The Lake Charles Film Festival is an annual event founded to bring the very best of independent movies and screenplays to Calcasieu Parish (in southwest Louisiana.) It was also founded to spotlight and award the achievements of the filmmakers and writers behind these awesome projects. A full day of independent film screenings, seminars & workshops on filmmaking, acting, and screenwriting, celebrity appearances, parties, Cajun food, live music, and much more! We also have a unique award trophy called the "Scallywag" award. Does your film or screenplay have what it takes to bring home a Scallywag?
Last updated Sep 6, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+30 pts)
- 15 years of verifiable history
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (3 vs 1)
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Documented history with archived programs
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
Festival Details
Founded
2011
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.0/ 5
Reviews
53
Synced 4 days ago
- Filmmaker
I had a fantastic time at this festival! I’m so glad I submitted my short film here. Patrick and Kendall are wonderful hosts—engaging and approachable. Their passion really shines through, and it’s clear they’ve created something special.
- Filmmaker
Really enjoyed the entire festival. Well organized and upbeat. Had the opportunity to meet a lot of really great people. It's cool to hang around folks who love film.
- Filmmaker
It was amazing to be a part of this festival.
- Filmmaker
Great little film fest with lots of comradery!
- Filmmaker
Fantastic Festival! -So honored to have won Best Documentary & also, Best Home Grown Film this year.
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