Cartagena International Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
The Cartagena International Film Festival (FICCI), founded in 1960, is the oldest film festival in Latin America and serves as the region's premier competitive showcase for Ibero-American cinema. It is notable for being a free, socially minded event that highlights Latin American, Colombian, and international films across fiction, documentary, and short film competitions while fostering industry development through premieres and networking.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+83 pts)
- FIAPF Accredited (44 festivals worldwide)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- 66 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Various Cartagena venues
- Named jury members
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
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Festival Details
Founded
1960
Venue
Various Cartagena venues
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
8
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