Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
Tier AOscarScreenings
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San Diego Young Filmmakers Festival
United States · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
WarningUnder Review
United States
30
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The San Diego Young Filmmakers Festival is a nonprofit youth film festival founded by Joy Clausen Soto that provides a supportive platform for children and teens ages 8–17 to create, screen, and discuss their work. It is notable for combining short-film screenings with hands-on filmmaking workshops and mentorship, making it a community-focused showcase for emerging young storytellers rather than a traditional industry-facing festival. [1][2][3]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+0 pts)
No positive indicators found
Red Flags (-20 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Limited or unverifiable history
- Trust status under active review
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Legitimacy Score30/100
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