lemesos international documentary festival
Limassol, Cyprus
94
Tier AScreenings
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Queer Wave: Cyprus LGBTQIA+ Film Festival
Cyprus · Est. 2021 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Cyprus
42
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- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
Overview
Queer Wave: Cyprus LGBTQIA+ Film Festival is Cyprus’s only festival dedicated to LGBTQIA+ cinema, making it a key platform for queer films that are often absent from the local market. Launched in 2020, it is notable for bringing local and international LGBTQIA+ shorts and features to audiences across Cyprus, including many Cyprus premieres, and for pairing screenings with community events, discussions, and performances. Its significance in the festival circuit lies in its role as a visible regional hub for queer cinema and in its connections to major international festivals through curated selections of acclaimed global titles.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+10 pts)
- 5 years of verifiable history
Red Flags (-18 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
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- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Festival Details
Founded
2021
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Avg. rating
3.8/ 5
Reviews
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