Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
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Lakeland Horror Film Festival (LHFF)
Lakeland, United States · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Lakeland, United States
21
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Lakeland Horror Film Festival (LHFF) is an annual event in Lakeland, Florida, dedicated to showcasing independent horror films from around the world. It aims to connect indie filmmakers with industry professionals and offers distribution opportunities to award winners through iBoss Entertainment. The festival emphasizes an immersive experience for attendees and filmmakers, including a red carpet and celebrity appearances.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+0 pts)
No positive indicators found
Red Flags (-29 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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Legitimacy Score21/100
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