Norwegian International Film Festival (Tromsø International Film Festival)
Tromsø, Norway
100
Tier AScreenings
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WENIFF - West Nordic International Film Festival
Alesund, Norway · Est. 2012 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Alesund, Norway
47
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
- 14 years of verifiable history
Overview
WENIFF (West Nordic International Film Festival) is an annual film festival in Ålesund, Norway, best known as a **documentary and short film** event that brings together filmmakers, audiences, and industry guests from around the world. It is notable for its setting at Løvenvold Teater and for pairing screenings with workshops, talks, and industry meetings, making it both a showcase and a networking platform in the Nordic film scene. [1][2][3]
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 14 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2012
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