SR Socially Relevant Film Festival New York
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The SR Socially Relevant Film Festival New York is a nonprofit film festival founded in 2013 by actress-filmmaker Nora Armani to champion films that address pressing social issues through human-interest storytelling. It is notable for spotlighting socially relevant work that avoids gratuitous violence and for presenting films that aim to raise awareness and encourage positive change. The festival has screened hundreds of films from many countries and has become a recognized platform in New York for socially conscious independent cinema.[1][2][10]
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 14 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Cinema Village
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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- FF_RATED
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
2012
Venue
Cinema Village
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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