OUT at the Movies International Film Fest
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OUT at the Movies International Film Festival is Winston-Salem’s long-running LGBTQ+ film festival and arts nonprofit, founded in 2004 to bring queer cinema to the city and create safe, welcoming spaces for LGBTQ+ audiences and allies. It is notable as Western North Carolina’s oldest and longest running LGBTQ+ arts nonprofit and is described as one of the largest LGBTQ+ film festivals in North Carolina, making it an important regional showcase for LGBTQ+ storytelling.[2][3][8]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 12 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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