sexy international paris film festival
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74
Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
festival du film italien de villerupt
Villerupt, France · Est. 1976 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Villerupt, France
87
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.
- 50 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Hôtel de Ville de Villerupt, 6 rue Clemenceau, 54190 Villerupt
- Verified trusted status
Overview
The Festival du Film Italien de Villerupt, founded in 1976, is the oldest and most important festival dedicated to Italian cinema in France, and the largest such event outside of Italy. It showcases approximately 70 films annually—including fiction, documentaries, short films, and unreleased premieres—drawing over 40,000 spectators and serving as a key cultural bridge between Lorraine and Luxembourg.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+37 pts)
- 50 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Hôtel de Ville de Villerupt, 6 rue Clemenceau, 54190 Villerupt
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (3 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Festival Details
Founded
1976
Venue
Hôtel de Ville de Villerupt, 6 rue Clemenceau, 54190 Villerupt
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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