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VENICE, Italy · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
The Venice Lagoon Wave Film Festival is an independent film festival held in Venice’s lagoon setting, presented as a showcase for creativity, innovation, and new voices in contemporary independent cinema. It accepts all genres and emphasizes short films, with a maximum running time of 20 minutes, alongside screenings, workshops, and filmmaker meetings. Its significance lies in its role as a boutique platform for emerging filmmakers rather than a major awards-market event, especially within Venice’s broader film culture.[1]
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
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2024
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