Festival de Santurtzi
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Festival de Santurtzi, also known as Santurzine, is an annual film festival in Santurtzi, Bizkaia, Spain, founded in 2013. It is notable for its close connection to the local community and for supporting emerging filmmakers, especially Basque talent, through a program centered on short films and debut features, with additional space for documentaries and other genres. It has grown into a reference event in the Basque Country and is recognized as a platform for films that later move on to national and international circuits.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 12 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
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