The Next Film Festival

Denmark
Tier CUnder Review
47
Legitimacy Score

Emerging or unverified festival

The Next Film Festival (TNFF) is Denmark’s largest film festival for young filmmakers, centered on creators under 21 or 22 depending on the program description. It is notable for giving emerging talent a public platform through screenings, Q&As, workshops, awards, and networking, and for running as a youth section within Odense International Film Festival (OFF), one of Denmark’s major short-film events. TNFF showcases a broad mix of films, including fiction, documentary, animation, music videos, and experimental work, and it plays an important role in connecting young Danish and international filmmakers to the wider festival and industry network.

Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Legitimacy Analysis

Positive Indicators (+12 pts)

  • 12 years of verifiable history
  • 1 verified pro signal

Red Flags (-15 pts)

  • No physical screenings
  • Trust status under active review

Trust Signals

Positive Signals

  • Documented history with archived programs

Festival Details

Founded

2014

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Legitimacy Score47/100
TierTier C
Reviews0
Community Reports0

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