alcine international film festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
ALCINE (Festival de Cine de Alcalá de Henares) is Spain's oldest regional film festival, established in 1971, and stands as one of the country's most prestigious short film competitions. It is notably one of the few festivals in Spain where winning prizes qualify films for both the Goya Awards and the OSCAR® Awards in fiction and animation. The festival primarily showcases short films through its National and European Competitions, while also featuring a feature film section for new directors and specialized sections for comedy, fantastic/terror, and children's cinema.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+57 pts)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- 55 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Teatro Salón Cervantes
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
1971
Venue
Teatro Salón Cervantes
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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