Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival
Tallinn, Estonia
100
Tier AFIAPFOscarScreenings
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MAFF | Matsalu Nature Film Festival
Lihula, Estonia · Est. 2002 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Lihula, Estonia
47
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
- 24 years of verifiable history
Overview
MAFF | Matsalu Nature Film Festival is an annual international nature film festival held in Lihula, Estonia, near Matsalu National Park, one of Europe’s largest bird sanctuaries. It is notable for showcasing new wildlife and nature documentaries from around the world, with competition categories focused on "Nature" and "Man and Nature," and for combining screenings with photography exhibitions, workshops, and environmental events. Over time, it has grown from a small local event into a respected festival in the nature-film circuit that attracts submissions from filmmakers worldwide.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 24 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2002
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