cinedays festival of european film
Skopje, North Macedonia
97
Tier AFIAPFScreenings
Festival dossier
AsterFest Film Festival 2027
Strumica, North Macedonia · Est. 2005 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CTrusted
Strumica, North Macedonia
57
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
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Tier C means thinner legitimacy/clout signals. Fine for some goals; verify venue, fees, and past editions yourself.
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- 21 years of verifiable history
Overview
AsterFest is an international film festival held annually in Strumica, North Macedonia, since 2005, and is regarded as the country’s longest-running specialized festival for short, documentary, and auteur cinema. It is notable for its tightly curated program, strong emphasis on independent artistic work, and its role as a regional platform for filmmakers from North Macedonia and beyond.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+25 pts)
- 21 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (3 vs 2)
Red Flags (-18 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2005
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
3.9/ 5
Reviews
11
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