SpookFest
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SpookFest is a San Francisco-area Halloween-themed short film festival founded in 2017 by Bay Area filmmakers Steve Flavin and Sam Haynor. It is notable for its sold-out screenings at the historic Roxie Theater, audience-voted awards, costume contest, and a lineup of homegrown short films designed to capture a spooky Halloween spirit; its programming includes horror, fantasy, comedy, sci-fi, and other genre-bending shorts.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 10 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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