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Thorn, Portugal
74
Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
InShadow
Lisbon, Portugal · Est. 2008 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Lisbon, Portugal
98
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.
- 18 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Teatro do Bairro
- 4 verified pro signals
Overview
InShadow is Lisbon’s dedicated screendance festival and a reference point for contemporary transdisciplinary creation, organized by Vo’Arte. It is notable for its focus on the relationship between cinema and dance, presenting international competitions in videodance, dance documentary, dance animation, and photography, along with performances, workshops, installations, and exhibitions. The festival has growing international visibility, including partnerships such as dancescreen and recognition tied to the EFFE label for artistic quality and cultural impact in Europe.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+48 pts)
- 18 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Teatro do Bairro
- 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
2008
Venue
Teatro do Bairro
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.3/ 5
Reviews
61
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