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Cittadella, Italy · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
The Cittadella International Film Festival (CIFF), also known as Premio Torre di Malta, is an independent international festival held in the historic walled city of Cittadella in Padua, Italy. It is notable for combining screenings, awards, masterclasses, workshops, and artist talks in a distinctive heritage setting, and it positions itself as a reference point for international cinema in Veneto. The festival focuses on independent cinema and emerging artistic voices, with competition categories that include feature films, short films, documentaries, experimental works, animation, and other formats.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
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