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Tier BScreenings
Festival dossier
Tel-Aviv International Film Festival by CINEVERSE
Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel · Est. 2017 · High structural score (80–100) for legitimacy and industry clout — not limited to Oscar-qualifying festivals
Tier ATrusted
Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
98
Legitimacy ScoreShould I submit?
Strong legitimacy signals
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- 9 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Tel Aviv Cinematheque
- 4 verified pro signals
Overview
The Tel-Aviv International Film Festival by CINEVERSE is a Tel Aviv-Yafo event that screens new indie and award-winning films from Israel and around the world. It is notable for its IMDb-qualifying awards showcase, sold-out audiences, and multiple program strands that include Israeli, international, and short-film presentations, along with special digital screenings at venues across Tel Aviv.[1][5]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+48 pts)
- 9 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Tel Aviv Cinematheque
- 4 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
- Has FilmFreeway community ratings
- Named venues with external verification
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2017
Venue
Tel Aviv Cinematheque
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
4.2/ 5
Reviews
59
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