Ocean Films Húsavík
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Ocean Films Húsavík is an annual international film festival in Húsavík, Iceland, founded in 2021 by the Húsavík Whale Museum and Whale Wise. It is notable for its ocean-focused program, which highlights films about the sea, marine ecosystems, conservation, human society, and ocean-related art, and it has expanded each year, including an online edition that broadened its reach to a global audience. [1][2][4]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+5 pts)
- 4 years of history
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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