Warsaw Film Festival
Warsaw, Poland
100
Tier AFIAPFOscarScreenings
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Międzynarodowy Katolicki Festiwal Filmów i Multimediów „Niepokalana”
Warszawa, Poland · Est. 1986 · Established legitimate festival with meaningful track record
Tier BTrusted
Warszawa, Poland
61
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- No physical screenings
- 40 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Overview
⚠️ ATTENTION: MANDATORY SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS To complete your submission, you MUST fulfill two conditions: EXTERNAL FORM: Fill out the official entry form at: 👉 www.ksfniepokalana.pl POLISH SUBTITLES: All foreign language films must have Polish subtitles included at the time of submission. Submissions with only English subtitles (or no subtitles) will be automatically disqualified. MISSION & THEME The "Immaculata" Festival is a specialized event dedicated to Christian values and Evangelization. We are looking for works that: - Bring the Gospel into culture and promote Christian ethics. - Highlight the dignity of the human person, truth, and beauty. - Present the lives of Saints, Church history, or modern testimonies of faith. - Serve as a tool for evangelization through high-quality media. SUBTITLES REQUIREMENT: All foreign language films must provide Polish subtitles (or a synchronized .srt file) for the final screening. PROHIBITED CONTENT: We do not accept works that promote violence, hatred, or values contrary to the Christian vision of humanity. ABOUT THE FESTIVAL The International Catholic Festival of Film and Multimedia “Immaculata” (formerly “Niepokalanów”) was founded in 1986. It is organized by the Catholic Film Association of St. Maximilian Kolbe – the first Catholic association of the faithful registered in Poland after the political transformation. Each year, the Festival gathers filmmakers and audiences from around the world to celebrate works that combine artistic excellence with spiritual depth. In 2026, the Festival will take place in Ołtarzew, Poland, under the patronage of the Primate of Poland and the Polish Episcopate.
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+26 pts)
- 40 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (3 vs 1)
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
1986
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