Guayaquil International Film Festival

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Arts & CultureGuayaquil
DatesDates TBA · Usually SeptemberCheck locally before booking
DurationAnnualEstimate from available data
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forPerformance, exhibitionsFESTICINE stands out as the first festival
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: USD
CategoryArts & CultureFestival type
The story

Guayaquil International Film Festival in Guayaquil

FESTICINE, formally the Festival Internacional de Cine de Guayaquil, is Ecuador's leading film festival, launched in 2015 by Renacer Films and the FestiCineGye foundation under director Jhonny Obando. Staged every September in Guayaquil, the country's largest city, it screens dozens of feature films, documentaries, and shorts from Ecuador and abroad, inviting a partner country each edition and awarding the festival's signature Golden Iguana trophy to standout works.

Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest and most commercially driven city, was long overshadowed by Quito and Cuenca as a hub for national cinema.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

FESTICINE stands out as the first festival of its scale dedicated to promoting Ecuadorian filmmaking while connecting it to world cinema

02

The mystery stays covered

Since its 2015 debut the event has grown from a modest program of 82 films from 18 countries into an international showcase screening well over a hundred titles from dozens of nations, drawing crowds beyond ten thousand across free public screenings at venues such as MAAC Cine, the Casa de la Cultura del Guayas, and the Alianza Francesa de Guayaquil

03

The city starts moving

Each edition names a guest country, and programming extends beyond Guayaquil itself to satellite screenings in cities such as Machala and Portoviejo, widening access to audiences who rarely see festival cinema in a city long overshadowed by Quito as Ecuador's cultural capital

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

Central traditions include awarding the Iguana Dorada (Golden Iguana) and Iguana de Plata (Silver Iguana) trophies

Water and renewal

Living ritual

an opening-night gala film often tied to Ecuadorian history or literature

The sacred route

Living ritual

a rotating guest-country spotlight

The local code

Living ritual

and free public screenings meant to bring festival cinema to audiences beyond the usual arthouse crowd

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually September

Getting around

For Guayaquil International Film Festival, plan transport around the exact Guayaquil venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.

What to wear

Casual streetwear works for daytime screenings; opening and closing gala nights lean smart-casual to dressy, since attendees, jury members, and visiting filmmakers often dress up for...

Safety

Keep valuables light, follow local instructions, and watch how residents use the space before joining in.

Where to stay

For Guayaquil International Film Festival, stay near the part of Guayaquil you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

Tickets/cost

Check official or local sources for ticketed areas, paid stands, and same-year access rules.

Language/currency

USD

Family friendly

unknown

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Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador

Nearest airportGYE — José Joaquín de Olmedo
TransportFor Guayaquil International Film Festival, plan transport around the exact Guayaquil venue, route or gathering point rather than the city name alone.
Stay areaFor Guayaquil International Film Festival, stay near the part of Guayaquil you will actually use, with reliable return transport.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Guayaquil International Film Festival?

Guayaquil International Film Festival is listed for September. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Guayaquil International Film Festival take place?

The festival is listed in Guayaquil, Ecuador. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

Annual is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Needs editorial review. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Guayaquil, Guayas, Ecuador

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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