# “Saviors of Cinema” and “Money Machine”: Tallinn Puts Spotlight on Kids, Youth Films and Social Media Bans

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/saviors-of-cinema-and-money-machine-tallinn-puts-spotlight-on-kids-youth-films-and-social-media-bans/
- Published: 2026-11-06T11:00:00+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-06T11:36:41+00:00
- Original publisher: The Hollywood Reporter
- Original article: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/tallinn-2026-social-media-ban-cinema-savior-kids-youth-films-1236746674/
- Topics: AI, Entertainment, Film, Technology

## Key points

- Tallinn is expanding its focus on children’s and youth films.
- Young filmmakers aged 12 to 19 will get workshops and mentoring.
- Industry talks will explore how social media restrictions affect youth audiences.

## Summary

PÖFF’s 30th anniversary edition is putting children’s and youth films in the spotlight through its Just Film festival and industry programme. Organisers say the focus reflects the value of film literacy and the need to help young people engage with filmmaking, while the industry considers how to reach audiences amid possible restrictions on social media.

Just Film Industry Days runs from 18 to 20 November, within the wider Tallinn Black Nights festival, which takes place from 6 to 22 November. The programme includes pitching, panels and workshops, including filmmaking activities and mentoring for participants aged 12 to 19; discussions will cover research into what works for young audiences and the effects of social media bans, including Australia’s existing under-16 ban and a planned UK ban.

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