Catharsis International Film Festival
Emerging or unverified festival
The Catharsis International Film Festival is an online international festival based in Beerse, Belgium that supports filmmakers from around the world. It is notable for offering feedback from judges on selected films and for recognizing a wide range of work, including shorts, features, screenplays, music videos, student films, commercials, pitches, and animation, which makes it a broad showcase rather than a single-genre event.[2]
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 10 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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