Star City Film & Theater Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The Star City Film & Theater Festival is a small, community-oriented independent festival founded by Katie O’Regan and based in Waukon, Iowa. It is notable for combining film screenings with live script readings, talk-backs, red-carpet events, and guest appearances, creating a festival experience that blends cinema and local arts engagement. The festival has featured dozens of films in a curated program and has highlighted Iowa-connected filmmakers and artists, giving it regional significance within Iowa’s independent film scene.[2][4][5][8]
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 9 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Waukon High School Auditorium
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2017
Venue
Waukon High School Auditorium
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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