Kanazawa Film Festival
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The Kanazawa Film Festival is an annual film event in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, known for spotlighting emerging filmmakers and for combining Japanese indie cinema with a broader international program. It has become notable for its competition sections, especially those aimed at discovering new directors, as well as for screening a wide mix of feature films, shorts, documentaries, retrospectives, and international titles, often with director Q&As and symposiums.[1][3][5][10]
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 20 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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- Documented history with archived programs
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