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Reel Women's Film Festival

San Diego, United States · Est. 2013 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven

Tier CUnder Review
San Diego, United States
47
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  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review
  • 13 years of verifiable history
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Overview

Reel Women's Film Festival is a women-focused film festival in the San Diego region, known for showcasing diverse films about women from around the world and for requiring female-led creative participation in the works it accepts. It is significant as both a platform for women filmmakers and a fundraising event that supports Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest and related community health programs across San Diego, Riverside, and Imperial counties.

Last reviewed Aug 27, 2026 · How we score

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 13 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • Documented history with archived programs

Festival Details

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Location context
San Diego, United States

Founded

2013

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C

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