Est Film Festival
Emerging or unverified festival
Est Film Festival is a film festival founded in 2007 in Montefiascone, Italy, and is presented as the most important cinema event in its area. It is notable for combining competitive sections for debut feature films, documentaries, and short films with special screenings and audience-facing filmmaker encounters, helping promote Italian independent and emerging cinema. Its significance in the festival circuit comes from its long-running role as a regional reference point, its free public screenings, and its curated platform for new voices and special guests.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 20 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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