Yellowstone International Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Yellowstone International Film Festival (YIFF) is an independent film festival based in Noida, India, founded in 2020 and organized by Golden Frame Productions. It is notable for championing global indie cinema and for spotlighting films centered on women’s empowerment, LGBTQIA+ stories, environmental themes, student work, and other socially driven subjects. The festival screens a mix of narrative features, documentaries, short films, and animated shorts, and has grown into a recognized platform for emerging filmmakers and international premieres.[1][3][7][9]
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 7 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Cinépolis
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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Trust Signals
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- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2019
Venue
Cinépolis
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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