FICSURF - Chile Surf Film Festival
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FICSURF, the Chile Surf Film Festival, is a surf-focused film event held in Pichilemu, a town widely associated with Chile’s surf culture. It is notable for bringing together surf filmmakers, ocean enthusiasts, and environmental voices, and for screening a mix of surf films, documentaries, and other works centered on the sea and surfing culture. The festival has a recognized place in the international surf film circuit, with selections and awards connecting it to surf-film events beyond Chile.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 14 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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