belgrade documentary and short film festival
Belgrade, Serbia
100
Tier AScreenings
Festival dossier
International New Media Art Festival Videomedeja
Serbia · Est. 1996 · Established legitimate festival with meaningful track record
Tier BTrusted
Serbia
63
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- No physical screenings
- 30 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
Overview
Videomedeja is an international new media art festival founded in Novi Sad, Serbia, in 1996, and it is known for presenting avant-garde and experimental work in video art and contemporary new media. Its program includes screenings of short films, video works, and digital animation, alongside installations, interactive works, XR/VR/AR projects, and other technologically driven art forms, making it an important regional platform with international recognition.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+28 pts)
- 30 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
1996
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
3.8/ 5
Reviews
3
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