Children and youth film festival begins in Zlín

The 49th International Film Festival for Children and Youth began in Zlín, central Moravia, on Sunday. One of the world’s largest and oldest film festivals for young audiences, the event will offer more than 470 films from 55 countries. This year, the festival’s guests include the British actor Tim Curry, the Spanish actress Anna Lago and AnnaSophia Robb from the US who will present her film, Bridge to Terabithia. The Golden Slipper Award for the best film for children and youth will be presented on June 7.