STUFF - South Texas Underground Film Festival

Corpus Christi, United States
Tier CTrusted
57
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

The STUFF - South Texas Underground Film Festival is an annual independent film festival in Corpus Christi, Texas, known for championing underground, DIY, and diverse voices in cinema. It screens a broad mix of horror, midnight, B-movies, animation, experimental work, documentaries, Texas films, LGBTQ, BIPOC, and international titles, and has drawn attention for premiering many local, Texas, American, and world selections while building a community-focused platform for filmmakers and audiences.

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+22 pts)

  • 11 years of verifiable history
  • 2 verified pro signals
  • Verified trusted status

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • FF_GOLD_BADGE
  • Documented history with archived programs

Festival Details

Founded

2015

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Legitimacy Score57/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
Community Reports0

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