Nola Horror Film Fest
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The NOLA Horror Film Fest (NOHFF) is a genre-specific festival created by horror filmmakers for horror fans, showcasing independent feature and short films across all horror sub-genres plus sci-fi, fantasy, thriller, and dark comedy. It is notable for being selected as one of the WORLD'S 50 BEST GENRE FILM FESTIVALS by MovieMaker Magazine and for championing female filmmakers and LGBT+ horror. The festival has become a staple of New Orleans local film culture, held annually at the historic Prytania Theatre with live music performances and filmmaker Q&As.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+42 pts)
- Film Fest Alliance Member
- 11 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at 5339 Prytania Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
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Trust Signals
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- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2015
Venue
5339 Prytania Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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