Lebu International Film Festival
Lebu, Chile
100
Tier AOscarScreenings
Festival dossier
Santiago Mountain Films Festival
Puerto Varas, Chile · Est. 2000 · Established legitimate festival with meaningful track record
Tier BTrusted
Puerto Varas, Chile
63
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
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Tier B looks established enough for many filmmakers. Check fees, programming fit, and recent editions before submitting.
- No physical screenings
- 26 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
Overview
The Santiago Mountain Films Festival is a long-running mountain and outdoor film event based in Puerto Varas, Chile, and part of a broader Chilean tour. It is notable for bringing together South American and international mountain adventure films, and for partnering with major mountain-film programs such as the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour and Reel Rock. The festival is significant in the mountain film circuit as a key showcase for films about adventure, exploration, climbing, environmental themes, and mountain culture.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+28 pts)
- 26 years of verifiable history
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (3 vs 1)
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2000
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
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