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100
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So You Think You Can Direct/Act Competition
Rehoboth Beach, United States · Est. 2016 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Rehoboth Beach, United States
28
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The So You Think You Can Direct/Act Competition is a film contest in Rehoboth Beach that recognizes directors, actors, actresses, and crew from around the world. It is notable for accepting finished films, documentaries, and shorts from directors, while actors and crew can submit reels or featured clips across genres such as drama and comedy, making it a performance-and-filmmaking showcase rather than a traditional curated festival. Its significance lies in giving independent talent an international platform for recognition within the broader film festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+14 pts)
- 10 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-36 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2016
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Legitimacy Score28/100
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