Busan International Film Festival
Busan, South Korea
100
Tier AFIAPFOscarScreenings
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Sokcho International Food FIlm Festival
Sokcho, South Korea · Est. 2015 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Sokcho, South Korea
44
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- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
Overview
The Sokcho International Food Film Festival (SIFFF) is South Korea’s only international food film festival and was formerly known as the Seoul International Food Film Festival. It is a non-competitive festival centered on food-related cinema, combining screenings with audience events that connect film, cuisine, and discussion, which has helped it stand out within Korea’s festival circuit.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 11 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
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
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2015
FilmFreeway community
Avg. rating
3.7/ 5
Reviews
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