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Moscow, Russian Federation · Est. 2024 · Multiple structural red flags — exercise caution before submitting
The International Festival «Cartoons about the future» is an annual animation festival held in Moscow, focusing on themes of technology, science, and the future. It showcases both Russian and international animated films, including full-length features, new series, and a short animation competition. The festival also features educational programs with lectures from scientists and animators, master classes, and VR experiences, making it a significant event for exploring the intersection of animation, science, and future technologies [kudamoscow.ru](https://kudamoscow.ru/event/festival-multfilmy-o-buduschem-2026/), [worldinform.ru](https://worldinform.ru/articles/id-mezhdunarodnyi-festival-multfilmy-o-budushchem-proidet-v-muzee-atom-na-vdnh.html).
Last updated Aug 27, 2026
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2024
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