Tamuz Shomron Film Festival
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The Tamuz Shomron Film Festival is a multi-day international festival held in Barkan/Bat Ariel area in Samaria, associated with the Shomron Film Fund and known for screening films in the West Bank. It is notable for presenting a mix of feature films, documentaries, animations, shorts, and dramas, with an emphasis on works about culture, heritage, identity, and human conflict, and it has drawn attention in the festival circuit both for giving exposure to Israeli and international filmmakers and for the controversy surrounding its political context.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 6 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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