BFI London Film Festival
London, United Kingdom
100
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Screams By The Sea
Bournemouth, United Kingdom · Est. 2022 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
WarningUnder Review
Bournemouth, United Kingdom
37
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
Screams By The Sea is an international film festival in Bournemouth focused on independent horror and broader genre cinema, including sci-fi, dark fantasy, and thriller titles. It is notable for spotlighting emerging and diverse filmmakers, pairing screenings with industry panels, workshops, networking, and a screenwriting pitch competition, which has helped establish it as a growing hub for indie genre talent in the UK festival circuit.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+5 pts)
- 4 years of history
Red Flags (-18 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Festival Details
Founded
2022
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Legitimacy Score37/100
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