Northern Lights - Fantastic Film Festival
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The Northern Lights - Fantastic Film Festival is an Icelandic short-film festival founded in 2023 and now held in Stokkseyri, South Iceland. It is notable for its focus on the fantastic and otherworldly—especially fantasy, horror, sci-fi, supernatural, adventure, and magic realism—and for its connection to Icelandic and Nordic folklore, emerging filmmakers, and genre-film culture.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+7 pts)
- 4 years of history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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