The second edition of the awards invites aspiring and professional filmmakers from ASEAN member nations to submit 2-minute original short films exploring the theme of ‘family;’ submissions open through August 15.
Animation Nation, an animation festival organized by the Singapore Film Society, has collaborated with DreamWorks channel for the new 2025 ANSEA Awards “short film” category.
The competition invites aspiring and professional filmmakers from ASEAN member nations to submit two-minute original short films, along with a 100-word synopsis, exploring the theme of “family.” Selected participants will have the opportunity to win exciting prizes, such as three virtual mentorship sessions with a DreamWorks animator, and screening opportunities.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with DreamWorks channel on this initiative that both fosters creativity and encourages cultural exchange among ASEAN nations,” said Michael Lim, festival director at Animation Nation. “Aligning perfectly with our vision for the festival, this competition is a fantastic opportunity for animators to share their unique stories and perspectives with the world.”
The judging panel consists of four jurors, including:
- Brandon Oldenburg - Academy Award-winning director and co-founder of Reel FX animation, Moonbot Studios, and Flight School Studio.
- Rodney Uhler - Director of acquisitions and development at GKIDS, programming director for the Animation Is Film Festival, and Academy Award-winning producer/distributor.
- H.J. Jinny Choo - Artist, educator, and curator specializing in animation and digital art. She holds a Ph.D. in Animation Theory and Content Producing from Chung-Ang University and has been teaching at Korea National University of Arts since 2009.
- Annette Cryan - Creative director of DreamWorks channel with oversight of 10 channels.
Submissions are open from now until August 15. Finalists will be announced between September and October. Three winners will be selected, including one grand prize and two consolation prizes. Winning films will be showcased during Animation Nation 2025, with the grand prize winner receiving on-air exposure on DreamWorks channel.
Source: Animation Nation
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