Clare Island Film Festival
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The Clare Island Film Festival is an annual boutique festival held on Clare Island in County Mayo, described by organizers as Ireland’s most intimate film festival. It is notable for its island setting and for screening contemporary Irish and international short films in unusual venues around the island, giving it a distinctive place among Ireland’s regional film events.[1][2][4][6]
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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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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- Documented history with archived programs
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