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Tier BScreenings
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Mindfield Film Festival • Albuquerque
Albuquerque, United States · Est. 2017 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Albuquerque, United States
98
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.
- 9 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Guild Cinema
- 4 verified pro signals
Overview
Mindfield Film Festival • Albuquerque is a recurring independent film festival based in Albuquerque that presents features, shorts, and music videos from around the world.[2][3] It is notable for pairing its annual live showcase at Guild Cinema with year-round bi-monthly online competitions, giving emerging and established filmmakers ongoing exposure and a path into the festival’s official selections.[2][6]
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+48 pts)
- 9 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Guild Cinema
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 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
Festival Details
Founded
2017
Venue
Guild Cinema
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.8/ 5
Reviews
223
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- Tom YoungSep 2022
Enjoyed our festival experience was well worth the entry fee. Communication was excellent and helpful. Overall a worth while festival.
- Dust WaveSep 2022
Great experience -- got to watch my short "The Green Chile Bagel" screened to a full house. Communication was great and the festival was well-organized. Thanks to Gene and the rest of the organizers!
- Sue SmithSep 2022
It is a thrill to be a part of the Mindfield Film Festival in Albuquerque! Thank you for recognizing our film, You Come Calling, with your bi- monthly award for music videos. Our whole team is honoured to be recognized at a festival that values independent, alternative film making! Thank you so much from the cast, crew and creators of You Come Calling! Sincerely, Sue Smith, Producer & Tessa Fleming, Director
- Terry NgoSep 2022
We are so honored and thankful to be a part of the Mindfield Film Festival. Gene and Aaron were professional, kind, and supportive. It meant the world to me that 3 generations of my family were able to attend.
- Mark ClineAug 2023
Many thanks for selecting my project 'Checked Bags' for the Jul-Aug 2023 season. Also very grateful to have received BEST EXPERIMENTAL SHORT - DIAMOND AWARD and BEST EDITING - DIAMOND AWARD as well! This is one of those festivals that posts on their socials during events and has outstanding communication throughout. I highly recommend submitting your project!
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