Lund International Fantastic Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The Lund International Fantastic Film Festival (LIFFF), also known as Lund Fantastic Film Festival, is Sweden’s oldest genre festival and the largest fantastic-film festival in Scandinavia.[1][5][6] Founded in 1995, it is notable for championing fantasy, science fiction, horror, and other imaginative cinema, with a strong emphasis on European premieres and other first-run screenings.[1][3][4]
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+34 pts)
- 28 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Kino
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
1998
Venue
Kino
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
10
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