LK International Film Festival

Kochi, India
Tier CUnder Review
47
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

The LK International Film Festival in Kochi is a short-film-focused festival organized by LK Film Festival/LK Foundation and promoted as a major platform for emerging and independent filmmakers. Its program emphasizes short films across fiction, documentary, animated, experimental, student, and genre categories, and it has gained attention for large submission counts, award categories, and jury participation from notable figures in the Indian film industry. It is significant in the regional and national short-film circuit because it helps showcase new talent in Kochi and positions the city as an active hub for short-form cinema in India.[3][7][9]

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 5 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • FF_GOLD_BADGE

Festival Details

Founded

2021

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
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