Sardinia Queer Film Expo
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The Sardinia Queer Film Expo, also known as USN/Uno Sguardo Normale, is a long-running LGBTQIA+ film festival in Cagliari organized by ARC and ARCinema. It is notable for being one of Sardinia’s main queer cinema events and for using screenings and public discussion to promote visibility, civil rights, and cultural exchange around lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex, and asexual themes. The festival showcases both short and feature-length films, with a strong emphasis on independent and small-scale productions from Italy and abroad.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 13 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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