leedsfilmfest
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The Leeds International Film Festival (LIFF) is the largest film festival in England outside of London, founded in 1987 and held annually in November across multiple venues in Leeds. It is notable for showcasing over 250 films from 80+ countries, with a strong focus on supporting new independent filmmakers in fiction, documentary, animation, and world genre cinema, while offering Academy Award and BAFTA-qualifying short film competitions.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+72 pts)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- BAFTA Recognized
- 40 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Hyde Park Picture House
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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
1986
Venue
Hyde Park Picture House
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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