Soho Horror Film Festival
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The Soho Horror Film Festival is an award-winning UK genre festival based in London that has built a reputation as a lively, independent, and accessible showcase for horror and adjacent genre cinema. It is notable for its hybrid format and for programming a broad mix of horror, suspense, LGBTQ+, thriller, dark fantasy, sci-fi, and dark comedy, with many screenings presented as UK premieres and a strong emphasis on inclusive community and marginalized voices.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 8 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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