SAT Fest (dome film festival)
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SAT Fest is a Montréal-based fulldome film festival presented by the Society for Arts and Technology (SAT) in the Satosphère, a 360-degree immersive dome. Founded in 2012, it is notable as one of the few festivals dedicated entirely to immersive dome cinema, showcasing short films from local and international artists and helping define a niche but growing sector of the festival circuit. [1][2][6]
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 11 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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