international film festival panama
Panama City, Panama
94
Tier AScreenings
Festival dossier
Panama Animation Festival
Panama, Panama · Est. 2022 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Panama, Panama
42
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Worth a closer look
Tier C means thinner legitimacy/clout signals. Fine for some goals; verify venue, fees, and past editions yourself.
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
- 4 years of history
Overview
The Panama Animation Festival is described as Panama’s first international animation film festival and a training-focused platform for animation in Panama, Central America, and the Caribbean. It is notable for combining screenings with education, networking, and talent development to support emerging artists and strengthen the regional animation industry.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+7 pts)
- 4 years of history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
Festival Details
Founded
2022
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