Molodist – Kyiv International Film Festival
Kyiv, Ukraine
100
Tier AFIAPFScreenings
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Kharkiv MeetDocs Eastern Ukrainian Film Festival
Ukraine · Est. 2020 · Emerging or partially verified — may be valid, clout unproven
Tier CUnder Review
Ukraine
42
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- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
Overview
Kharkiv MeetDocs Eastern Ukrainian Film Festival is an international documentary and feature film festival founded in 2017 in Kharkiv. It is notable for spotlighting the culture, problems, and everyday life of eastern Ukraine while also programming acclaimed international films from major festivals such as Sundance, Berlinale, and Cannes, along with Oscar nominees and winners. [1][9][11] The festival has become a significant event in eastern Ukraine’s film scene and a platform for Ukrainian documentary and feature cinema, including competition screenings, premieres, and industry events. [1][15]
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Last updated Aug 27, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+10 pts)
- 6 years of verifiable history
Red Flags (-18 pts)
- No physical screenings
- 1 documented risk signal
- Trust status under active review
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Risk Flags
- Description contradicts structured venue/screening data
Festival Details
Founded
2020
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