Non-competitive Festivals

Films Events

Metacal Experiment

Begins: December 6, 2003

Metasin Productions is organizing the first Metacal Experiment. Artists can enter short films and videos; audio and silent films; animated and live- action pieces, all genres. The experiment will include live music, short films, standup comedy, visual art and dance. It is also looking for additional paintings, sculptures, drawings, individuals or groups wishing to perform original dance, comics, drummers/percussionists, bass players and Lighting designers. All events will be held at Avery Auditorium, Pitzer College, 1050 North Mills Ave, Claremont, California 91711.

In Event Types: Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Features, Live Action, Short Films, Other

Cartoombria 2003 - New Animated Images International Exhibition

Begins: December 4, 2003

Cartoombria 2003 is a non-competitive festival without entry fees. It has become a point of reference in Italy for what concerns the contemporary trends in animation by achieving its yearly presentation as regards the study in depth of the relationship between animated images, new media, music and visual arts. Cartoombria 2003 will in fact include multimedia and audiovisual experimental performances in realtime (acted by musicians and computer artists), environments and installations exhibition, screenings, seminars, meetings conducted by special guests.

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Features, Short Films

Events

e.magiciens

Begins: November 26, 2003

The e.magiciens / European Gathering of Young Digital Creation is a festival organized by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Valenciennes held from 26th to 28th November 2003 at the theatre Le Ph

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Interactive, Live Action, Short Films, Special Effects, Web / Internet

SEMAFX 3rd Annual Animation Film Fest (Detroit)

Begins: November 11, 2003

The SEMAFX Network, in Detroit Michigan, invite all animators to submit their short films (

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, User Group Meetings, Animation, Short Films, Special

Festival Events

MOOV Festival 2003

Begins: November 8, 2003

MOOV Festival 2003 consists of three Saturday evenings of video and performance. MOOV is a media arts festival with an emphasis on new work by young and emerging international artists. All screenings will begin at 7:00 pm. On November 8,

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, New Media, Other

Camden New Journal's Education,Traing and Careers Fair

Begins: October 31, 2003

Central London one-day eventon Friday October 31 2003,the 17th such occasion.Thousands of jobs on offer alongside a very wide range of educational courses for all age groups

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Trade Shows, Business / Management, Special

Animation Events

SAFO 03 -- Ottawa: Layout Book Signing

Begins: October 19, 2003

Do not miss this chance to meet Mike Fowler at this year's SAFO 03 (Ottawa Animation Festival) in Ottawa, Canada. Mike will be signing copies of his book, Animation Background Layout: From Student to Professional on Sunday October 19, 2003 at 3:00 pm. His book will be on sale through out the SAFO 03 Animation Festival.

Animation Background Layout: From Student to Professional by Mike S. Fowler can also be bought for US$30.00 while quantities last online at Mike's Website: www3.sympatico.ca/mike.fowler

In Event Types: Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Special, Other

Animation Events

Mike S. Fowler's Layout Book Signing at SAFO 03

Begins: October 19, 2003

Animation Background Layout: From Student to Professional by Mike S. Fowler can also be bought for US$30.00 while quantities last online at Mike's Website: www3.sympatico.ca/mike.fowler

In Event Types: Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Seminars / Workshops, Animation, Special, Other

Film Events

The LA Guild of Puppetry's 3rd Annual Puppet Short Film

Begins: October 19, 2003

The Los Angeles Guild of Puppetry proudly presents the 3rd Annual Puppet Short Film and Video Festival !

Sunday, October 19, 20037: 00 - 10:00 p.m.at Zen Sushi2609 Hyperion AvenueSilverlake, CA, 90027

Admission - FREE! !!!Just imagine, Teriyaki and Puppet Movies - together again!Information: Puppet Phone - 323-883-1523

Optional food and drink are available at regular menu prices - come early for dinner.

The evening will include:

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Documentaries, Live Action, Short Films

Show Events

Future Animators of the Future 4th annual Animation and Video Festival

Begins: October 15, 2003

This year's show will be held in the fall (late October, early November) and tour four major cities in three states (Boston, New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles). Our goal is to put on a good, entertaining show, so help us out.

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Animation, Live Action, Short Films, Special, Other

Effects Events

eDIT / VES 2003, The European Festival for Production and Visual Effects

Begins: September 28, 2003

The 2nd eDIT/VES 2003: The European Festival for Production and Visual Effects is a congress of workshops, panels and talks by international experts and top creatives who will show where film is going in the 21st century and present the best visual effects from European feature films and current Hollywood productions. eDIT retains its well-tried structure of seven program blocks. Sponsored by Visual Effects Society (VES), the emphasis is content-oriented. The Art of Storytelling in the Digital Age is thus once again the focus of eDIT/VES 2003.

In Event Types: Conferences, Non-competitive Festivals, Seminars / Workshops, Screenings, Animation, Features, Short Films, Special Effects, Visual Effects

Film Events

Sex on the Lawn 2: The Second Coming

Begins: September 20, 2003

NewTown will presents Sex on the Lawn 2: The Second Coming at 8:00 pm. The event offers up an evening of music, performances, inflatable sculptures, films, videos and chocolate confections celebrating sex with works ranging from whimsical to hardcore. The screening will feature the animated film FOUR LETTER HEAVEN by Jeff Scher and Cecily Brown, which has the unique distinction of being the first film officially censored off the Internet. Tickets will be $12 for the general public and $8 for NewTown and Pasadena Art Alliance members.

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Documentaries, Live Action, Short Films

Open Events

Open Animation Screening in Toronto!

Begins: September 19, 2003

The Toronto Animated Image Society is welcoming animators to show their animated films at our annual open screening. Everyone is welcome to show their work. Formats available will be 16mm, 35mm,Mini-DV, VHS, BETA and DVD. Beginning at 8:00 pm, the screening will take place at the NFB Mediatheque, 150 John Street. For more information call (416) 533-7889.

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Features, Short Films

Festival Events

World 3D Film Expo

Begins: September 12, 2003

SabuCat Productions will present the largest 3D tribute show ever at the Egyptian Theatre (6712 Hollywood Boulevard). The 10-day festival, which celebrates the golden era of 3D filmmaking, will include many of the best known 3D titles of the 1950's, such as BEANY & CECIL, HOUSE OF WAX, KISS ME KATE and CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON, but will also offer fans of the format an opportunity to see some of the more obscure 3D movies. L.A. Premieres include THE NEBRASKAN; FLIGHT TO TANGIER, JESSE JAMES VS. DALTONS; and THE GLASS WEB.

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Features, Live Action, Short Films, Visual Effects

7th Annual MadCat Women

Begins: September 9, 2003

Founded in 1996, the MadCat Women's International Film Festival was formed as a new platform for women artists to screen their work. MadCat showcases some of the best avant-garde independent and experimental films and videos from around the world.

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Documentaries, Features, Live Action, Short Films

Events

"Fun For The Family"

Begins: August 24, 2003

Hosted by 3 Farms in Association with Animators, Ink., Fun For the Family is a family friendly screening featuring selections from up and coming NYC Indie Animators. The program also includes Gerry Anderson's THUNDERBIRDS, debut animation from Cartoon Network, and selected shorts from Debra Solomon, and award winning new-comers Sean McBride, Cynthea Mazur, Maori Stanton, and many more! It all takes place on Sunday, August 24th from 2:00 -4:00 pm at the Anthology Film Archives (located at 32 2nd Ave.

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Short Films, Special

QuakeCon 2003

Begins: August 14, 2003

First held in 1996, QuakeCon is the brainchild of id Software game fans that originally wants to get together with online friends and talk about their favorite games. Now the event is the premiere multiplayer gaming conference. More than 3,000 attendees partake in the huge exhibit area featuring E3 quality displays from the likes of Activision, Apple, Sega and many others. The BYOC (Bring Your Own Computer) area, powered by LinkSys, also grew larger to a 1,300 seat LAN party, the largest of its kind in North America.

In Event Types: Conferences, Contests, Non-competitive Festivals, Seminars / Workshops, Trade Shows, Animation, Interactive, New Media, Web / Internet

2003 China International Cartoon and Comic Expo

Begins: August 8, 2003

This 7 day festival of cartoon animation and comics is held in Beijing in August, 2003 and includes movies, TV, digital and computer animation, books, VCD/DVD, online works and programs, cartoon art, creation, technology and performance, live shows and related comic, video and audio games and products.

In Event Types: Conferences, Non-competitive Festivals, Animation, New Media, Television

Events

The 4th Annual Festival of Fantasy, Horror & Science-Fiction

Begins: August 7, 2003

The 4th Annual Festival of Fantasy, Horror & Science-Fiction kicks off with special 50th anniversary screening of a brand-new print of THE WAR OF THE WORLDS with cast-member Ann Robinson and others in attendance. Other highlights include: a sneak preview of Eli Roth

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Live Action, Short Films, Special Effects, Visual Effects

Events

Alice in Disneyland (1921-1925)

Begins: July 12, 2003

The 8th Annual SAN FRANCISO SILENT FILM FESTIVAL takes place July 12 & 13, 2003 at the Castro Theatre. ALICE IN DISNEYLAND will show on Saturday, July 12 at 11:00 am. Walt Disney's first star wasn't Mickey Mouse

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Live Action, Special

Anime Events

Anime Expo 2003

Begins: July 3, 2003

Anime Expo is the largest convention devoted to Japanese animation and manga (comics) in the United States. Hosted by the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Animation (SPJA), Anime Expo is the gathering place of thousands of fans and professionals in the anime and manga industry.

Fun!

In Event Types: Conferences, Exhibits, Non-competitive Festivals, Screenings, Animation, Short Films, Television, Other

2003 Sacramento Annual Africamix Festival

Begins: June 28, 2003

Following up on the success of the inaugural event at California State University, Sacramento on June 29-30, 2002, our next festival scheduled for June 28-29, 2003 at Cal Expo and State Fair in Sacramento will feature a diverse, complementary blend of popular artists and musicians. The festival will be heavily promoted locally to ensure drawing large diverse audiences.

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals

Festival Events

MoCCA Art Festival 2003

Begins: June 22, 2003

The MoCCA Art Festival, benefiting the Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art, will bring together over 200 creators, publishers, art dealers, art organizations and other professionals to showcase a vast array of their work and products. Open to the public, the MoCCA Art Festival will unveil a wide range of comic and cartoon art from original artwork to limited edition prints, posters, three-dimensional art, graphic novels, comics, cartoons, and animation. Named

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Animation

Cartoons Events

Three JERRY THE TROUBLESOME TYKE cartoons at MoMA in June

Begins: June 13, 2003

As part of its second annual festival of preserved films, MoMA is screening three JERRY THE TROUBLESOME TYKE cartoons, directed by Sid Griffiths & Bert Bilby. These rare JERRY films

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Animation, Short Films

Film Events

2003 Zeitgeist International Film Festival

Begins: June 9, 2003

Zeitgeist International Film Festival 2003Entry Deadline postmarked by May 16, 2003. Show dates: June 9, July 14, and Aug 11, 2003. (Three different programs.)

Tired of paying to submit your work? We have no submission fee because we just don

In Event Types: Non-competitive Festivals, Animation, Documentaries, Live Action, Short Films