description Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema Overview
BAFICI, the Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema, is an annual international film festival held in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The city government authorized its creation in 1999, and the festival presents Argentine and international independent films through competitions, curated sections, screenings, and related cultural activities. The festival combines competitive and curated programming around independent and auteur cinema. [Buenos Aires decree](https://boletinoficial.buenosaires.gob.ar/normativaba/norma/3010) [Official festival site](https://bafici.org/)
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Is the Buenos Aires International Festival of Independent Cinema the same as BAFICI?
Yes. This English title refers to the Buenos Aires Festival Internacional de Cine Independiente, usually abbreviated as BAFICI.
When did the Buenos Aires independent film festival begin?
The festival began in 1999 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It has developed into an annual event focused on independent and auteur filmmaking.
What does independent cinema mean in this festival's context?
The program can include international auteur films, Argentine and Latin American cinema, documentaries, and formally experimental work. The emphasis is on filmmaker-led projects rather than only large commercial studio releases.
Does the festival show Argentine films as well as international films?
Yes. Alongside international selections, BAFICI includes Argentine and Latin American filmmaking within its annual program and competition structure.
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