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Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
lala yokohama film festival
Yokohama, Japan · Est. 1980 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Yokohama, Japan
94
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 46 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at TOHO Cinemas Lalaport Yokohama
- 2 verified pro signals
Overview
The lala yokohama film festival is a established film festival held in Yokohama, Japan, founded in 1980. The festival hosts confirmed physical screenings. False Festival rates its legitimacy at 72/100 (Tier B).
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+44 pts)
- 46 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at TOHO Cinemas Lalaport Yokohama
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
1980
Venue
TOHO Cinemas Lalaport Yokohama
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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