FEST recognized by EFFE - Europe for Festivals, Festivals for Europe.
EFFE - Europe for Festivals, Festivals for Europe in collaboration with the European Parliament and European Commission recognises the best festivals happening in Europe, and has officially certified FEST.
FEST - New Directors | New Films Festival received EFFE’s quality label which is given to the festivals that have an artistic commitment and are culturally involved in the community.
Describing FEST, EFFE highlights the originality of the festival and its many sides, one of them being Pitching Forum, a segment that gives the possibility to 28 projects to be presented to a jury made of the top names in the industry. It also praises the educational aspect of the festival, with the existence of Training Ground and it’s contribute to the promotion of independent cinema and new filmmakers.