SHOTS Film Festival
Slovenj Gradec, Slovenia
100
Tier AScreenings
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Kino Bled
Bled, Slovenia · Est. 2018 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Bled, Slovenia
47
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
- 8 years of verifiable history
Overview
Kino Bled is a young film festival in Bled, Slovenia, founded by local film enthusiasts to enrich the town’s cultural life. It is notable for its lakeside open-air setting and its mixed program of feature films, short films, documentaries, and a strong accompanying lineup of talks, workshops, concerts, and other events. The festival has expanded from a local initiative into an international event that now welcomes filmmakers from around the world, giving it growing visibility in the regional festival circuit.[1][2][3][4]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 8 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
Festival Details
Founded
2018
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
3.8/ 5
Reviews
8
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