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Odesa, Ukraine · Est. 2019 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
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The International Children's Film Festival NEXT (Odesa, Ukraine) is a curated festival for children and families that presents feature films, short films, animated works, and youth-oriented productions from Ukraine and abroad. It is notable for screening many Ukrainian and international premieres, often drawn from major festivals, making it a key way for young audiences in Ukraine to see festival-level children's cinema on the big screen.
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Founded
2019
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