cinedays festival of european film
Skopje, North Macedonia
97
Tier AFIAPFScreenings
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International Cinematographers' Film Festival MANAKI BROTHERS
North Macedonia · Est. 1979 · Established legitimate festival with meaningful track record
Tier BTrusted
North Macedonia
63
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- No physical screenings
- 47 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
Overview
The International Cinematographers’ Film Festival MANAKI BROTHERS, held annually in Bitola, North Macedonia, is widely regarded as the world’s oldest festival dedicated to cinematography and the artistic work of directors of photography. Founded in 1979 in honor of the pioneering Manaki brothers, it is notable for its Camera 300 awards and for its strong focus on the craft of cinematography across international feature, documentary, short, and student selections. [2][3][10][12]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+28 pts)
- 47 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (3 vs 1)
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
1979
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
3.8/ 5
Reviews
4
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