XIBALBÁ - Festival de Cine de Terror Latinoamericano
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XIBALBÁ - Festival de Cine de Terror Latinoamericano is an annual horror-and-fantasy film festival founded in Guatemala in 2021 to promote Latin American genre cinema and create a meeting point between audiences and filmmakers. It is notable for its focus on terror and fantasy from across Latin America, its use of multiple venues in several Guatemalan cities, and its growing role as a regional showcase for short and feature films and genre subgenres.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+10 pts)
- 5 years of verifiable history
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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