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Tier BScreenings
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IMARP 12 anos - Mostra Internacional de Dança - Imagens em Movimento - Videodança
Ribeirão Preto, Brazil · Est. 2014 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Ribeirão Preto, Brazil
98
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Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 12 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Centro Cultural Palace
- 4 verified pro signals
Overview
IMARP 12 anos - Mostra Internacional de Dança - Imagens em Movimento - Videodança is an international videodance showcase based in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil, presenting works that combine choreography and audiovisual language. It is notable for its focus on body-in-motion formats such as videodance, coreo-cinema, and camera-based dance, and for running as a hybrid event with in-person and online screenings that connect Brazilian and international artists.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+48 pts)
- 12 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Centro Cultural Palace
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
2014
Venue
Centro Cultural Palace
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.2/ 5
Reviews
60
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