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alcine international film festival

Alcala De Henares, Spain · Est. 1971 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals

Tier ATrustedOscar Qualifying
Alcala De Henares, Spain
100
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Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.

  • Oscar Qualifying Festival
  • 55 years of verifiable history
  • Physical screenings at Teatro Salón Cervantes

Overview

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 (+74 pts)

  • Oscar Qualifying Festival
  • 55 years of verifiable history
  • Physical screenings at Teatro Salón Cervantes
  • 2 verified pro signals
  • Verified trusted status
  • Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (5 vs 0)
  • Major accreditation with net-positive trust signals

Red Flags (-0 pts)

No red flags found

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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Legitimacy Score100/100
TierTier A
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