international animation film festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The international animation film festival is a established film festival held in Sofia, Bulgaria, founded in 2010. The festival hosts confirmed physical screenings. It offers 1 award category. False Festival rates its legitimacy at 67/100 (Tier B).
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+34 pts)
- 16 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at NATFA (National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts)
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-3 pts)
- 1 documented risk signal
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2010
Venue
NATFA (National Academy for Theatre and Film Arts)
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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