Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
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Mental Health Warrior Film Festival
Madison, United States · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Madison, United States
26
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Mental Health Warrior Film Festival is a Madison-based festival centered on films that explore mental health, stigma, and lived experience with mental illness. It is notable for spotlighting original short films and works by filmmakers who identify as mental health warriors, with programming that has included comedies, horror films, music videos, and other creative approaches to the subject. The festival also functions as a fundraiser and awareness event, with proceeds supporting mental health organizations and suicide-prevention efforts, giving it a community-service role beyond the screen.[1][3][4][5]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+2 pts)
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-26 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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Legitimacy Score26/100
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