Monadnock International Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The Monadnock International Film Festival (MONIFF) is an annual nonprofit event in Keene, New Hampshire that showcases high-quality independent cinema, including award-winning domestic and foreign documentaries, shorts, and narratives from local, regional, and international filmmakers. Notable for its Jonathan Daniels Award—which honors films fusing social or political awareness with artistic excellence to tell stories of hope and human triumph—the festival was named an "Up and Coming Film Fest" by New Hampshire Magazine and received a 2024 Ewing Arts Award. MONIFF serves as a significant community hub by blending in-person and virtual screenings to foster cultural engagement and economic vitality in the Monadnock Region.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+32 pts)
- 14 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 25 Roxbury Street, Suite 207 Keene, NH 03431 United States
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2012
Venue
25 Roxbury Street, Suite 207 Keene, NH 03431 United States
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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