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Bjelovar, Croatia
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Tier BScreenings
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SPLIT FILM FESTIVAL / INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF NEW FILM
Split, Croatia · Est. 1996 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Split, Croatia
96
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
Tier A score for legitimacy and industry clout. Still confirm deadlines, fees, and categories on the festival site before paying.
- 30 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Kino Karaman
- 3 verified pro signals
Overview
The Split Film Festival, officially the International Festival of New Film, is an international festival in Split, Croatia, founded in 1996. It is notable for being the oldest international film and media festival in Croatia and for its strong focus on experimental, innovative, personal, radical, and subversive works outside the mainstream, including film, video, and new media. The festival is significant in the festival circuit for its carefully curated selection of international independent and avant-garde cinema, often featuring Croatian premieres and films that have screened at major festivals such as Rotterdam, Berlinale, and Cannes.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+46 pts)
- 30 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Kino Karaman
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
- Legitimacy signals outweigh concerns (4 vs 0)
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
1996
Venue
Kino Karaman
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
3.6/ 5
Reviews
18
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