Children's jury 2026

Meet the members of our children's jury.

They watch all nominated films and present awards for Best Film and Best Short Film.

They also play all the games in the XL Medialab and choose a winner for the Medialab award.

Wondering what films our jury is watching?

Victor

I’m Victor Herbots and I’m eleven years old. I’m very happy to be on the jury, because I’ve dreamed of it my whole life. I come to the festival almost every year, because there are always lots of fun activities. I also really enjoy the films they show there. My favorite movie is Ocean’s Eleven, because at the end it’s like a puzzle that suddenly falls into place.

Ayris

For years, I've been a big fan of Youth Film Festival Antwerp. I’ve attended several workshops, and they were always a lot of fun. The opening film is also a great event every year, and the films shown during the festival are very interesting. My favorite movie changes often, but at the moment it is We Have a Ghost. It’s full of suspense and adventure, making it impossible to stop watching. I’m really looking forward to spring break! It’s going to be a fun week where I’ll learn a lot about films and make new friends.

Ceder

I’m super excited to be on the jury of Youth Film Festival Antwerp. I love going to the festival every year, because there’s always a great atmosphere and fun things to do. At home, I also enjoy watching movies with my family during cozy movie nights. My favorite movie is Claus, because I think it’s really beautiful and fun. I’m really looking forward to spring break!

Puck

I’m Puck, I’m 10 years old, and I love watching movies, reading, and gaming. My favorite movie is Monty Python and the Holy Grail, the funniest movie ever. I’ve been going to Youth Film Festival with my family for a few years and I always enjoy it, because of all the fun things you can do there. I especially like the XL-Medialab, where you can try out new games. We actually go to the cinema all year round, but I can’t wait to spend a whole week watching movies with the jury during spring break this year!

Amy

I’m Amy and I’m 11 years old. When I heard that I was chosen for the children’s jury, I jumped for joy! I’m really excited to see what we’ll do with the jury and how everything will go. Every time I visit the film festival, I arrive full of excitement and leave with a big smile. My favorite movie is Nanny McPhee, because it’s so funny. I’m already counting down to Youth Film Festival Antwerp and spring break!

Viktor

I’m Viktor, and my hobby is football, and my favorite color is red. I’m very happy to be in the children’s jury because I’m looking forward to talking about movies with other children. My favorite movie is Gremlins, because I think it’s really funny.

Ida

I’m super happy to be on the jury! I really love movies and television. Ever since I was little, I’ve been going to the festival, and that’s where I discovered Marona. It’s truly my favorite movie! The music is beautiful, and the animation is so lovely and creative. I also enjoy drawing and acting, for example in school plays. It’s so much fun to step into different roles and pretend to be someone else. I think colors are important, because they show emotions and can strengthen a story. When I go to the movies, I feel free. It’s such a wonderful feeling! Watching films with friends or family is always fun, and I’m looking forward to enjoying a great movie night together!

Pim

I’m Pim, and I’m very happy to be part of the children’s jury because: I think the supervisors are super fun, I like working together with other children, and I’m really excited to help give out the awards.

My favorite movie is We Can Be Heroes. I love watching films in the cinema! I enjoy art and my family says I’m good at noticing details. I’m sure I’m going to have a great time during spring break!

Awards presented by the children's jury

Best movie

festival award
nomination for the Felix Vanginderhuysen

Best short film

festival award

Best short documentary

festival award

Medialab award

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