gramado film festival
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The Gramado Film Festival (Festival de Cinema de Gramado) is Brazil's largest and most traditional film festival, held annually since 1973 in Gramado, Rio Grande do Sul. It is notable for being the longest-running uninterrupted film festival in the country and for awarding the iconic golden Kikito statuette, a symbol of Brazilian cinema. The festival showcases competitive categories for Brazilian and Ibero-American feature films and shorts, serving as a key platform for national cinema and a major cultural event in Latin America.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+28 pts)
- 53 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Palácio dos Festivais
- Verified trusted status
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Festival Details
Founded
1973
Venue
Palácio dos Festivais
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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