Taiwan International Ethnographic Film Festival
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The Taiwan International Ethnographic Film Festival (TIEFF), founded in 2001 in Taipei, is the longest-running ethnographic film festival in Asia and one of the first of its kind in the region. It is notable for showcasing culturally sensitive documentary and occasionally experimental ethnographic films from Taiwan and around the world, and for its role in expanding public engagement with anthropology and visual ethnography.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 22 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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