stockmotion filmfestival
Stockholm, Sweden
74
Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
Luleå International Film Festival
Luleå, Sweden · Est. 2018 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Luleå, Sweden
100
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.
- 8 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at LILLAN
- Press/industry coverage
Overview
Luleå International Film Festival is an international film event in Luleå, Sweden, known for presenting films from around the world in a range of categories and for giving emerging filmmakers a platform. Its programming includes short films, feature films, and documentaries, with monthly jury selections leading to an annual festival and awards. The festival is notable as the first film festival of its kind in Luleå and for its mix of Swedish and international competition sections.
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+65 pts)
- 8 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at LILLAN
- Press/industry coverage
- Wikipedia-verified (62 refs, 91 languages)
- 6 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (6 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
- PRESS_COVERAGE
- INTERNATIONAL_NOTABILITY
Festival Details
Founded
2018
Venue
LILLAN
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.8/ 5
Reviews
463
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- Dex HannonFeb 2026
Thank you for selecting my film, an honour to be involved in your festival.
- Einar EngedalFeb 2026
Thank you so much for selecting our film! We feel so lucky and honored to get the recognition
- Geraldo JumawanFeb 2026
Thank you so much for the Best Debut Actor Feature Film for our film Da'un Ka Kayu' (Leaf of Tree). More power to this amazing film festival.
- Giuseppe Ivan David Di GiorgioMar 2026
Good experience. Thanks you all staff.
- Austin ColeMar 2026
Wonderful festival, thank you for supporting stop motion and indie film!
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