Madrid Film Awards (MADFA)
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Madrid Film Awards (MADFA) is an international film festival in Madrid, Spain, founded in 2019 and recognized as an IMDb-qualifying competition. It is notable for its live red-carpet events in central Madrid and for attracting films from more than 120 countries, making it a visible stop on the independent festival circuit.[3][7][9]
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+36 pts)
- 7 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Palacio de la Prensa, Colegio Mayor Argentino
- 4 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- FF_RATED
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2019
Venue
Palacio de la Prensa, Colegio Mayor Argentino
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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