Rejkjavik International Film Festival (RIFF)
Established legitimate festival
The Rejkjavik International Film Festival (RIFF) is a established film festival held in Reykjavik, Iceland, founded in 2005. The festival hosts confirmed physical screenings. It offers 10 award categories. False Festival rates its legitimacy at 67/100 (Tier B).
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+29 pts)
- 21 years of verifiable history
- Has physical screenings
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-5 pts)
- No named venue
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2005
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
10
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