RAINBOW VISIONS Film Festival
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RAINBOW VISIONS Film Festival is Edmonton’s annual LGBTQ2S+ film festival, launched in 2015 by the Global Visions Festival Society. It is notable for bringing acclaimed queer cinema to Edmonton and for serving as an important local showcase within the broader festival circuit, with a program that has included Edmonton and Alberta premieres of widely discussed films.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 11 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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