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YVY - Festival de Cinema Ambiental e de Montanhas de Teresópolis
Teresópolis, Brazil · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
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Teresópolis, Brazil
23
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- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Overview
YVY - Festival de Cinema Ambiental e de Montanhas de Teresópolis is a Brazilian film festival held in Teresópolis, Rio de Janeiro, with screenings centered on environmental themes, mountain culture, and the relationship between people and nature. It is notable for taking place in and around Parque Nacional da Serra dos Órgãos and for combining film exhibitions with debates, workshops, and outdoor activities, making it a regional showcase for eco-focused cinema and climate awareness.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+2 pts)
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-29 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 2 documented risk signals
- On watchlist — negative reputation signals detected
Trust Signals
Risk Flags
- VERY_NEW
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Positive Signals
- FilmFreeway Gold festival
Festival Details
Founded
2024
FilmFreeway communityGold festival
Avg. rating
3.9/ 5
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11
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