Cannes’ Annecy Animation Showcase Lineup Revealed
5 titles to be highlighted as part of the Festival de Cannes’ Animation Day on May 18: ‘Julián,’ ‘Sunny,’ ‘Ana, en passant,’ ‘Dante,’ and ‘Mu Yi and the Handsome General.’
5 titles to be highlighted as part of the Festival de Cannes’ Animation Day on May 18: ‘Julián,’ ‘Sunny,’ ‘Ana, en passant,’ ‘Dante,’ and ‘Mu Yi and the...
The initiative will provide opportunities for young talent, including direct engagement with the studio’s creative team and a platform to explore creative...
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The initiative will provide opportunities for young talent, including direct engagement with the studio’s creative team and a platform to explore creative careers; support for animation talent...
Running May 7-10, the event will feature more than 40 guests and keynote speakers participating in 14 masterclasses, 15 educational talks, five workshops, six premieres and screenings, three auteur...
VFX supervisor Ledda and animation supervisor Blacker, both previously at MPC, join company’s London creative leadership team to assist in preparation of new projects.
Aardman Announces Yearlong Partnership with Young BAFTA Program
The initiative will provide opportunities for young talent, including direct engagement with the studio’s creative team and a platform to explore creative careers; support for animation talent continues through the Aardman Academy.
In Business, Community Outreach, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: BAFTAs | Geographic Region: Europe
Animayo Gran Canaria Presents 20th Edition Preview
Running May 7-10, the event will feature more than 40 guests and keynote speakers participating in 14 masterclasses, 15 educational talks, five workshops, six premieres and screenings, three auteur presentations, five school stands, 20 talent booths, two exhibitions, and 18 hours dedicated to recruitment, portfolio reviews, and signings.
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Framestore Adds Patrick Ledda and Daniel Blacker
VFX supervisor Ledda and animation supervisor Blacker, both previously at MPC, join company’s London creative leadership team to assist in preparation of new projects.
In Business, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Fest Anča 2025 Announces Official Film Selections
A record-breaking 1,800 animated short films from 83 countries were submitted, with 218 chosen by the pre-selection committee; the festival returns to Žilina, Slovakia June 24-29.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Event, Festival, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, Europe
SCAD AnimationFest Lacoste Set for April 4-5
The 4th annual animation festival returns to the university’s campus in Provence, France with a lineup of screenings, including Annecy and Oscar winners, presentations, portfolio reviews and masterclasses.
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Sky Kids Commissions 3 ‘Pip and Posy’ Seasonal Specials from Magic Light Pictures
Shows will be based on the 3DCG preschool series adapted from Nosy Crow’s picture books by illustrator Axel Scheffler and author Camilla Reid; the first will air later this year.
FLAMIN Animations Showcases Latest Cohort’s Work at TNBFC XPO
Artists in the fourth year of Film London’s commissioning program for early-career Black animators shared short film works in progress; applications for new round opens March 31.
The 1st Animation and Illustration Festival (RE)ANIMACIJA Concludes in Nikšić
Teodora Tošić took first place for her animation, ‘TV Warming,’ with second place going to Jovana Martinović for her illustration, ‘The Unknown,’ and third place to Andrija Martinović for his illustration series, ‘The1 and The2.’
In 2D, 3D, Art, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, Illustration, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
FMX 2025 Program Now Online
Lists of participating speakers and companies have also been published; presentation categories include VFX for Features, Feature Animation, Sound Design, Managing Change, and News.
In 3D, AI, AR/VR/XR, CG, Commercials, Event, Films, Games, Immersive, Jobs & Recruiting, Music and Sound, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Women’s Aid Fights Domestic Abuse with ‘The Monster Who Came to Tea’ Campaign
The short film, with animation by Passion Pictures, tells the harrowing tale of a mother and daughter experiencing domestic abuse, seen through the eyes of a young girl; campaign aims to pressure the UK government to re-evaluate funding for support services.
Call for Entries: Supertoon Festival 2025
The international competition for animated films and comics will be held in Šibenik, Croatia July 21-25; submissions are open until April 1, and entries selected for competition will be announced no later than May 1.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, Comics, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe
Ánima Kitchent, Mocca Studio to Co-Produce New ‘Tippi T-Rex’ Episodes
The European and Indonesian companies will partner on production of 26 five-minute episodes of the 2D animated preschool comedy series.
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Animation Production Days 2025 Announces Project Selections
Out of a record 103 submissions, 50 works are chosen, including 28 TV series, 10 feature films, 4 TV specials, and 8 cross-media projects; conference runs May 6-8 in Stuttgart.
In Business, Event, Films, Places, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX, ITFS | Geographic Region: Europe
Next Lab Generation 2025 Finalists Selected
Four short films, one video game, and one feature film have been chosen from 14 projects; teasers created by the finalists to be shown during the event in Madrid on February 27-28.
Giant Animation Opens First International Studio in Barcelona
The expansion will allow the company to create a new network of production partners, take advantage of both countries’ tax rebates, and expand its European CG services with local artists.
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FMX 2025 Ticket Shop Open Now
The conference now offers two new ticket categories: the Business Pass and the Experience Pass; early bird options are also in place until March 20.
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ITFS and APD 2025 to Spotlight Stop-Motion, Swiss Artistry
Highlights for the upcoming festival include screenings of ‘Memory Hotel’ ‘Vengeance Most Fowl,’ with a masterclass hosted by Aardman’s Will Becher; ITFS runs from May 6-11.
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Get Animated Business of Animation 2025 Conference Keynote Speakers Set
The event will take place April 1-2 at England’s Millennium Point Conference Centre; Patricia Hidalgo, Ronan McCabe, Philippe Alessandri, and Kate O’Connor will speak at the Day Two Keynote.
The Yard VFX Joins the UK Screen Alliance
As a member of the trade association, the studio will have the opportunity to engage in shaping policy discussions, network with industry leaders, and access resources and training.
TFOU, SUPERPROD Team for ‘Vet Academy’ Animated Series
The 3DCG show aimed at audiences aged 4-7 follows the V Team, a group of five young veterinary apprentices as they embark on rescue missions to save and heal animals.
UK Government to Invest £60 Million in Creative Industries
Hundreds of creative businesses and projects across the UK will receive government funding to help them grow as part of a major boost to the economy, marking the first step of the Government's Sector Plan.
National Portrait Gallery, Cinesite, and Frameless Team for UK Immersive Experience
‘National Portrait Gallery Unframed’ will launch with ‘Stories – Brought to Life,’ which explores the people who have shaped the UK’s history and culture; touring art experience premieres at MediaCity, Salford, Greater Manchester in May.
Anima 2025 Announces Feature Films in Competition
Films selected include ‘Ghost Cat Anzu,’ ‘Pelikan Blue,’ ‘Rule Of The Heart,’ ‘A Boat In The Garden,’ and ‘The Colors Within;’ festival runs February 28 - March 9.
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Casting Announced for ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ 2025 West End Run
Victoria Chen joins the cast of the Royal Shakespeare Company show as Mei, while Ami Okumura Jones returns as Satsuki alongside Dai Tabuchi as Tatsuo, Jacqueline Tateas as Granny, and Ai Ninomiyaas as the Singer; coming to the Gillian Lynne Theatre March 8 - November 2.
