doclisboa film festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Doclisboa is Portugal's oldest and only film festival exclusively dedicated to documentaries, having launched in 2002 and held annually in Lisbon during mid-to-late October. It is notable for showcasing rigorous, experimental, and politically engaged documentary films that explore new cinematic forms and question the relationship between cinema and reality, often featuring unreleased national and international premieres. As a member of the Doc Alliance—a partnership of seven key European documentary festivals—Doclisboa holds significant status as one of the world's leading documentary film festivals.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+48 pts)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- 22 years of verifiable history
- Has physical screenings
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-5 pts)
- No named venue
Festival Details
Founded
2004
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
1
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