Brainwash Drive-In/Bike-In/Walk-In Movie Festival
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The Brainwash Drive-In/Bike-In/Walk-In Movie Festival is a long-running Oakland event known for its unconventional exhibition format, where audiences can arrive by car, bicycle, or on foot. Since 1995, it has showcased mostly short independent films from around the world, with a strong emphasis on the weird, unusual, experimental, and otherwise under-heralded work, making it a distinctive presence in the Bay Area and indie festival circuit.[2][6]
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+34 pts)
- 31 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Nimby
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
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