Meetings in Siberia
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Meetings in Siberia is an independent international documentary film festival held annually in Novosibirsk, Russia, and founded in 1996. It is notable as one of the region’s longest-running documentary festivals, known for bringing Russian and international documentary filmmakers together with Siberian audiences for screenings, discussions, and master classes. [2][3][9]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+20 pts)
- 28 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
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