Just Film Youth and Children's Film Festival
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Just Film is the largest youth and children’s sub-festival of the Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF), held annually in Tallinn, Estonia. It is notable for presenting around 50 films each year, including youth and children’s competition sections, and for using cinema to engage young audiences with social issues, empathy, and education.[1][2][5]
Last updated Aug 21, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+34 pts)
- 26 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Apollo Kino Solaris
- 3 verified pro signals
- Verified trusted status
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Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
- Named venues with external verification
Festival Details
Founded
2000
Venue
Apollo Kino Solaris
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
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