Author's International Film Festival / FIC AUTOR
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
FIC AUTOR, or the Author's International Film Festival, is a Guadalajara-based festival dedicated to films that push beyond traditional storytelling and reflect a strong personal artistic vision. It showcases feature, short, documentary, experimental, medium-length, and low-budget films, and positions itself as a platform for emerging directors and distinctive independent work in the international festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 10 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Cineforo
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
2016
Venue
Cineforo
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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