CINEMARE Int'l Ocean Film Festival KIEL

Kiel, Germany
Tier CUnder Review
47
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

CINEMARE International Ocean Film Festival Kiel is Northern Europe’s only multi-day ocean film festival and is held annually in Kiel, Germany. It is notable for combining marine conservation, science communication, and film art, while serving as an ambassador for ocean protection beyond national borders and as a member of the Green Film Network. The festival showcases ocean-themed films of all lengths and genres, with a strong emphasis on feature-length documentaries, animated shorts, live-action shorts, and works about the relationship between people and the sea.

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 11 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • Documented history with archived programs

Festival Details

Founded

2015

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
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