Sofia International Film Festival for Children and Youth
Established legitimate festival
Annual festival dedicated to films for children and youth, featuring physical screenings in theaters across Sofia and Vidin. Focuses on family-friendly international shorts and features with 12 categories.
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+19 pts)
- 4 years of history
- Physical screenings at Vidin Theatre and multiple Sofia cinemas
- 2 verified pro signals
Red Flags (-0 pts)
- Trust status under active review
Trust Signals
Positive Signals
- FF_GOLD_BADGE
- Documented history with archived programs
Festival Details
Founded
2022
Venue
Vidin Theatre and multiple Sofia cinemas
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
10
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