Rethink Dance Festival

Madison, United States
Tier CUnder Review
47
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

The Rethink Dance Film Festival in Madison is a dance-focused film festival that highlights the intersection of choreography and cinematography. It showcases narrative, documentary, animation, experimental, ballet, youth, student, mobile, and music video work from artists around the world, and is notable for its juried awards and emphasis on challenging traditional forms of choreographic storytelling. The festival’s significance lies in its role as a specialized international platform for screen dance and in its mission to use dance film to inspire a sense of shared humanity.

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 7 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

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Positive Signals

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Festival Details

Founded

2019

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
Community Reports0

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