Fest Anča
Slovakia
65
Tier B
Festival dossier
Ekotopfilm
Bratislava, Slovakia · Est. 1973 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Bratislava, Slovakia
94
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 53 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Zrkadlový háj, Pistoriho palác, Kino Film Europe
- 2 verified pro signals
Overview
Ekotopfilm is a long-running Bratislava-based festival devoted to sustainable development, environmental protection, and ecology. It is notable for being presented as the oldest environmental film festival in the world, founded in 1973, and for attracting a very large international submission pool while selecting a small competitive lineup of documentaries and educational films.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+44 pts)
- 53 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Zrkadlový háj, Pistoriho palác, Kino Film Europe
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
1973
Venue
Zrkadlový háj, Pistoriho palác, Kino Film Europe
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
FilmFreeway community
Avg. rating
3.7/ 5
Reviews
27
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