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SMIAF Film Section 2026

San Marino · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting

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San Marino
30
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Overview

The SMIAF Film Section 2026 is the first film-focused extension of the San Marino International Arts Festival, held in the historic center of San Marino. It is notable for adding an international short-film program to a long-running multidisciplinary arts festival, with over 700 submissions shaping a selection of works from around the world on the theme of happiness.

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

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  • No physical screenings
  • Limited or unverifiable history
  • Trust status under active review

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Legitimacy Score30/100
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Reviews0
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FilmFreeway3.8★ · 1

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