Sundance Film Festival
Park City, United States
100
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Whistle to the Maples Horror Film Festival
MILTON, United States · Est. 2022 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
WarningUnder Review
MILTON, United States
39
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
Whistle to the Maples Horror Film Festival is an independent horror festival in the United States created by filmmakers for independent horror filmmakers. It is notable for emphasizing originality, subtext, style, and atmosphere, and for showcasing short horror films and trailers that highlight emerging voices in the genre. It presents itself as a community-driven festival that supports independent creators and gives their work a cinematic presentation in a historic theater setting.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+7 pts)
- 4 years of history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-18 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2022
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Legitimacy Score39/100
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