Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology
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The Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology (PFCAT) is an annual film festival in Portland, Oregon, based at OMSI and centered on visionary cinema, animation, and emerging media. It is notable for combining a large slate of screenings with VR, dome presentations, panels, and filmmaker events, making it a distinctive showcase for innovative storytelling and technology-driven exhibition. It typically features 150+ films from around the world and is regarded as one of North America’s larger animation-focused festivals, with strong emphasis on independent and experimental work.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+22 pts)
- 14 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
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- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
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