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OutFlix Film Festival

Memphis, United States · Est. 1997 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals

Tier ATrusted
Memphis, United States
87
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  • 29 years of verifiable history
  • Physical screenings at 892 S Cooper St Memphis, TN 38104 United States
  • Verified trusted status

Overview

The OutFlix Film Festival is an annual LGBTQ+ film festival in Memphis, Tennessee, originally founded in 1997 as the Twinkie Museum: First Annual Queer Experimental Film Festival and rebranded as OutFlix in 2003. It is presented by OUTMemphis (formerly Memphis Gay and Lesbian Community Center) and serves as a fundraiser for community programs.

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+37 pts)

  • 29 years of verifiable history
  • Physical screenings at 892 S Cooper St Memphis, TN 38104 United States
  • Verified trusted status
  • Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (3 vs 0)

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Festival Details

Founded

1997

Venue

892 S Cooper St Memphis, TN 38104 United States

Screenings

Physical screenings confirmed

Award Categories

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Legitimacy Score87/100
TierTier A
Reviews0
Community Reports0

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