Animafest Zagreb
Major legitimate festival with strong credentials
Animafest Zagreb, the World Festival of Animated Film, is the second oldest animation festival in the world (established in 1972) and is entirely dedicated to animated films in all forms, including short, feature, student, and children's films. It is a cornerstone of the global animation circuit alongside Annecy, Ottawa, and Hiroshima, and its Grand Prix winners in the short film competition directly qualify for the Academy Awards and European Animation Awards.
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+58 pts)
- Oscar Qualifying Festival
- 54 years of verifiable history
- Physical screenings at Various Zagreb venues
- Named jury members
- Verified trusted status
Red Flags (-0 pts)
No red flags found
Festival Details
Founded
1972
Venue
Various Zagreb venues
Screenings
Physical screenings confirmed
Award Categories
6
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