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Sustainable Stories Film Fest (SSFF)

Houston, United States · Est. 2022 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven

Tier CUnder Review
Houston, United States
40
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  • 4 years of history

Overview

The Sustainable Stories Film Fest (SSFF) is a Houston-area festival organized by the University of Houston Clear Lake and Alvin Community College that spotlights films and artworks about sustainability. It is notable for combining screenings with juried art exhibitions and for empowering filmmakers working on environmental, social, and community sustainability themes.[1][2][4]

Last reviewed Oct 28, 2026 · How we score

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Positive Indicators (+5 pts)

  • 4 years of history

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  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

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Houston, United States

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2022

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3.9/ 5

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Legitimacy Score40/100
TierTier C
FilmFreeway3.9★ · 31

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