Animator FEST - European Youth Festival of Animated Film
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Animator FEST - European Youth Festival of Animated Film is an annual animated-film festival held in Jagodina, Serbia, founded in 2013 to promote animation made by children, youth, and emerging creators. It is notable for expanding from a national youth showcase into an international European event, with competition programs for young authors, student films, and a European short animated film selection, alongside workshops, exhibitions, and retrospectives.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
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Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 13 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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- Documented history with archived programs
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