Basilicata International Film Festival

Rionero in Vulture, Italy
Tier CUnder Review
47
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Emerging or unverified festival

The Basilicata International Film Festival (BIFF) is an annual film festival held in Rionero in Vulture and other towns in the Vulture area of Basilicata, under the artistic direction of Alberto Nigro. It is notable for promoting independent and auteur cinema in a small regional setting, with screenings and events that are free and open to the public, and for combining film competition with masterclasses, meetings, and retrospectives.

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 7 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

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Positive Signals

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Festival Details

Founded

2019

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
Community Reports0

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