San Sebastian International Film Festival
San Sebastián, Spain
100
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Festival de Cine Auto Cine El Sur Mutxamel
Spain · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Spain
23
Legitimacy ScoreOverview
The Festival de Cine AutoCine El Sur Mutxamel is a first-edition film festival held at the historic AutoCine El Sur drive-in in Mutxamel, Alicante, which has operated since 1980. It is notable for its open-air, car-based screening experience and for combining independent and commercial cinema in an accessible, nostalgic setting. The festival’s significance lies in leveraging one of Spain’s long-running drive-in venues to showcase diverse new work and connect filmmakers with audiences in a distinctive exhibition format.[1][2]
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+2 pts)
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-29 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
Festival Details
Founded
2024
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