International Festival of Red Cross and Health Films
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The International Festival of Red Cross and Health Films in Varna, Bulgaria, is a biennial festival founded in 1965 and organized by the Bulgarian Red Cross with the Medical University of Varna. It is notable as Bulgaria’s first international film festival and has been recognized as a Category A festival, reflecting its long-standing international significance in the film festival circuit.[2][7][14][16]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+5 pts)
- 4 years of history
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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