MOV - International Student Film Festival of Pernambuco
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The MOV – International Student Film Festival of Pernambuco is a Recife-based festival founded in 2014 that focuses on student-made audiovisual work and gives emerging filmmakers a platform in Brazil’s exhibition market. It is notable for its international scope, free educational programming, and competitive showcases of short digital films by students from Brazil and abroad, making it a key meeting point for young talent, universities, and audiences in the student-film circuit.[1][2][3][4][5]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 11 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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