Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
Tier AOscarScreenings
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Visit Las Cruces “Stories” Contest
Las Cruces, United States · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Las Cruces, United States
9
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Visit Las Cruces “Stories” Contest is a video competition that is part of the Las Cruces International Film Festival, focusing on the unique folklore and cultural narratives of Las Cruces, New Mexico. It encourages filmmakers to create 3-5 minute videos exploring local tales like the Chupacabra or La Llorona. The contest serves as a platform for independent filmmakers and celebrates the region's distinct cultural tapestry, making it a significant event for showcasing local stories and talent within the broader film festival circuit [saturation.io](https://saturation.io/film-festivals/visit-las-cruces-stories-contest), [lascrucesfilmfest.com](https://lascrucesfilmfest.com/the-las-cruces-international-film-festival-and-visit-las-cruces-present-visit-las-cruces-stories-2nd-annual-video-contest/).
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+0 pts)
No positive indicators found
Red Flags (-41 pts)
- Listed as 'competition' not 'festival' - likely online-only awards
- No physical screenings
- Limited or unverifiable history
- 1 documented risk signal
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- COMPETITION_NOT_FESTIVAL
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