MLC Awards of Green Bay
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The MLC Awards of Green Bay is a Green Bay-based, international film festival and awards gala founded by filmmaker Freddy Moyano. It is notable for its broad genre mix and its emphasis on "M-L-C" programming—Mobster, Latino, and Comedy—while also recognizing Midwest-made productions, technical craft, and other independent work. The event has become a recurring Midwest festival venue for screenings, Q&As, and awards recognition, with selections spanning genre shorts, feature films, music videos, documentaries, and experimental or other creative formats.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 6 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at The Tarlton Theatre
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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- FF_RATED
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2020
Venue
The Tarlton Theatre
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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