HIFF - HALO International Film Festival
Saint-Petersburg, Russian Federation
100
Tier AScreenings
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Big Cartoon Festival
Moscow, Russian Federation · Est. 2006 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Moscow, Russian Federation
47
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- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
- 20 years of verifiable history
Overview
The Big Cartoon Festival (BFM) in Moscow is Russia’s largest international animation festival and has been held since 2007. It is notable for presenting a very large annual program of more than 300 to 400 animated films from Russia and around the world, alongside talks, master classes, and meetings with animators and directors. The festival is significant in the film festival circuit as a major showcase for both auteur and popular animation, with programs for adults and children and a reach that extends beyond Moscow to other Russian cities and online screenings.
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 20 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2006
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Avg. rating
3.8/ 5
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