22nd INKAFEST mountain film festival

Arequipa, Peru
Tier CUnder Review
47
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Emerging or unverified festival

The 22nd INKAFEST Mountain Film Festival is an international mountain film event held in Arequipa, Peru, organized by Mountain & Culture. It is notable as one of Latin America’s longest-running mountain film festivals and serves as a platform for films and events centered on mountain culture, adventure sports, ecology, and conservation. The festival accepts documentary, fiction, animated, and experimental films, and its place in the circuit is reinforced by its international reach and its role in connecting filmmakers, athletes, and audiences around mountain-related themes.

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 22 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • Documented history with archived programs

Festival Details

Founded

2004

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
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