Roosevelt Island Film Festival
Emerging or unverified festival
The Roosevelt Island Film Festival is a New York independent film festival founded in 2020 and based on Roosevelt Island, with screenings centered at the Main Street Theatre. It is notable for showcasing American and international independent films across features, shorts, documentaries, experimental works, TV pilots, and trailers, while also highlighting categories such as Female Filmmaker, NYC Filmmaker, Comedy, Sci-Fi, and International films. The festival is described as IMDb-approved and as a platform for discovering and supporting emerging independent filmmakers, giving it a niche role in the city’s indie film circuit.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 6 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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