Festival des Nouveaux Cinémas / Nouveaux Cinemas Film Festival in Paris (France)

France
Tier CUnder Review
47
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

Festival des Nouveaux Cinémas is an annual, non-competitive film festival in Paris and the Île-de-France region dedicated to digital short films from around the world. It is known for showcasing inventive and audacious work across fiction, documentary, animation, experimental, clips, and VR360°, and for pairing screenings with talks and workshops. Its significance lies in its focus on emerging and established filmmakers working with new cinematic forms, making it a notable platform for digital and short-form innovation in the Paris festival circuit.

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 22 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • Documented history with archived programs

Festival Details

Founded

2004

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
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