Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
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Made in Huntington Film & TV Festival
United States · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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United States
32
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Overview
The Made in Huntington Film & TV Festival is a town-backed festival in Huntington, Long Island, created to support emerging and established filmmakers while promoting the area as a production hub. It is notable for combining screenings, filmmaker talks, and industry networking, with programming that includes short films, feature-length films, documentaries, and locally rooted stories about Huntington and Long Island. The festival’s significance in the circuit lies in its role as a regional showcase designed to connect filmmakers with industry professionals and highlight a growing production community.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+2 pts)
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-20 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Limited or unverifiable history
- Trust status under active review
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Avg. rating
3.8/ 5
Reviews
6
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