Linea d'Ombra Festival - Passaggi d'Europa competition
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Linea d’Ombra Festival is a long-running international film and audiovisual festival held annually in Salerno, founded in 1996 and now in its 30th edition. It is notable for its focus on contemporary creativity, especially innovative and young cinema, and for its competitive sections such as Passaggi d’Europa, which showcases European feature films, along with shorts, documentaries, and animation. It has a recognized place in the festival circuit for promoting emerging works and connecting European and international film culture with the local territory.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+34 pts)
- 31 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Sala Pier Paolo Pasolini
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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Trust Signals
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- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
1995
Venue
Sala Pier Paolo Pasolini
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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