GlobalScene NextScene 2026: Small Steps to Great Adventures is a 13+ short film compilation. It marks a step up in tone and emotional depth from the younger festival blocks.
The program brings together international stories that focus on independence, resilience, and the personal journeys of young people finding their footing in the world.
Key Info
- Age Rating: 13+
- Venue: Teater Sjuman Djaya & Teater Asrul Sani, Taman Ismail Marzuki (TIM)
- Format: Short film compilation with subtitles
- Tickets: Free (collect in person at the box office)
About the GlobalScene Program
This block follows characters figuring out their capabilities and what it takes to keep pushing forward when faced with uncertainty. Rather than offering neat resolutions, these films focus on the process itself—staying grounded through the attempt.
Gathered from filmmakers across multiple countries, the stories provide teens and young adults with honest, relatable perspectives on growing up.
As part of the curated lineup for GlobalScene NextScene 2026, this 13+ program features subtitled international short films selected for teenage audiences, parents, and film enthusiasts looking for deeper cinematic storytelling in Jakarta.
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