ZINEBI - International Festival of Documentary and Short Film of Bilbao
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
ZINEBI, the International Festival of Documentary and Short Film of Bilbao, has been held annually in Bilbao since 1959 and is dedicated primarily to documentary and short-form cinema, with animation and some fiction also featured in its official program. It is notable as Spain’s oldest festival in this specialty and the only FIAPF-recognized Class A international festival in Spain in the documentary and short film category, giving it strong standing in the global festival circuit.
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+32 pts)
- 68 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Teatro Arriaga
- 2 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
1958
Venue
Teatro Arriaga
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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