Sundance Film Festival Returns January 23 - February 2, 2020
Begins: January 23, 2020
The definitive event for independent filmmaking invites you to support and discover the very best work from around the world.
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The Melbourne International Animation Festival Returns July 13-21
Begins: July 13, 2019
The world’s biggest window into Australian animation is back in Melbourne, featuring talks, screenings, and international programs that showcase the full range of animation.
Call for Entries for the 10th Edition of the Festival of Anibar Closes April 30
Anibar the International Animation Festival in Peja Kosovo will have its 10th edition this year July 15-21. Submit your films today!
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Festival, Places, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Animafest Zagreb Unveils 2019 Selections & Program Highlights
Running June 3-8, the 29th World Festival of Animated Film will screen more than 400 films from 45 countries, including 46 short films selected for the Grand Competition.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, Europe
DreamWorks Animation to Present ‘Abominable’ Feature & More at Annecy 2019
Feature programming includes an extended preview of ‘Abominable’ and world premiere of the short film ‘Marooned’; TV studio focus to offer first look of ‘Fast & Furious’ animated series and new footage from ‘She-Ra and the Princesses of Power.’
In 2D, 3D, CG, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Animafest Zagreb to Collaborate with the Cineuropa Training Programme GoCritic!
The World Festival of Animated Film – Animafest Zagreb (June 3-8, 2019) will collaborate with the Cineuropa Training Programme GoCritic! with a workshop dedicated to emerging film journalists and critics.
In 2D, 3D, Business, Education and Training, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All, Europe
CALL FOR ANIMATION: Tofuzi Animation Festival of Animated Films in Batumi, Georgia
Running October 21-26, 2019, the Tofuzi Animation Festival in Batumi, Georgia is the opportunity to see films and relax on the Black Sea coast.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, CG, Festival, Films, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Annecy Festival Unveils Graduation, TV and Commissioned Film Selections for 2019 Edition
Forty-eight projects selected for the Graduation Films Competition, with an additional 24 projects selected for the TV Films category; 35 projects will compete in the Commissioned Films category.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Commercials, Education and Training, Festival, People, Places, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, Europe
The Place to Be to See Nordic/Baltic Animation: 2018 Fredrikstad Animation Festival
Held October 25-28, 2018, the Fredrikstad Animation Festival is the only opportunity to see a wide variety of Nordic/Baltic animation that does not often get shown at other festivals, meet the people that create it, and learn about what is new in the region’s animation community.
In 2D, 3D, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: Europe
Tomek Popakul’s ‘Acid Rain’ Wins Grand Prix at GLAS 2019
Sophie Koko Gate receives the FXX Elevation Award – which includes a $25,000 all-in development and production deal with FX Networks – for her short film ‘Slug Life.’
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GLAS 2019: A Conversation with Einar Baldvin, Jeanette Bonds & Sean Buckelew
With the lofty goal of transforming the cultural understanding and language of animation as an artistic medium, in its fourth year the GLAS Animation Festival continues to grow, packed with special guests, more than 20 special programs, and a new Vimeo Staff Pick Award.
Annecy Festival Unveils 2019 Short Film Selections
Out of a total of 3,000 submissions across all categories, 40 animated short films have been selected for this year’s Official Competition.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Festival, People, Places, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, Europe
A Feast for the Eyes and the Stomach: 2018 Thessaloniki Animation Festival
The 4th Thessaloniki Animation Festival ran October 18-21, 2018 in a beautiful Greek city full of ancient architecture and delicious food, making it the perfect place for an animation festival.
In Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: Sprockets | Geographic Region: All, Europe
GLAS Animation Festival Announces 2019 Program, Vimeo Staff Pick Award
For the first time ever, the Vimeo Staff Pick Award will be presented at the GLAS Animation Festival with a $2,500 cash prize and online launch as a Staff Pick.
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GLAS Animation Festival Unveils 2019 Competition Selections
Forty-one animated short films selected for the GLAS Animation Festival 2019 international competition.
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24th Encounters Festival: September 25-30, 2018 – Bristol, England
Being both a live action and an animated short film festival, the Encounters Festival schedule was packed with film programs of every description.
GLAS Unveils 2018 Competition Slates
Berkeley festival makes its choices from more than 3,600 submissions.
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Two NFB Films to Screen at Fantasia International Film Festival
Carol Beecher and Kevin D. A. Kurytnik’s ‘Skin for Skin’ gets its world premiere at Fantasia, screening in competition, and Marie-Josée Saint-Pierre’s ‘Oscar’ will also screen as a part of the Montreal film festival’s program.
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KLIK Announces 2017 Final Call for Entries
Begins: October 17, 2017
Professional filmmakers and film students still have one month to submit their work for KLIK’s international competition. KLIK’s Call for Entries closes on June 1. The festival will celebrate its tenth edition from October 17 – 22, 2017 at EYE Filmmuseum in Amsterdam.
Cheer and Loathing in Animation: Episode XXI - The Finest Joke is Upon Us
Every Friday Chris Robinson unleashes improvised and hastily scribbled cheer or loathing on the animation community to be digested, swallowed or... expelled. This week: do we need film festivals need competitions?
In Awards, Festival, Films, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All
Annecy Festival Announces Two New Competition Categories
New Young Audience and Perspectives categories to replace the three out-of-competition programs at the 30th anniversary edition of the Annecy International Animation Festival.
In Festival, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: Animated Travels | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: Europe
BAFTA Launches 2016 Young Game Designers Competition
Entries open for 10-18 year-olds as well as nominations for new mentorship award.
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New Animation Festival offers Championship Belts!
New Animation Festival in Chicago offers Championship Belts as prizes. Boxing matches to follow?
Studica Skills Free Online Competitions for Students
Begins: May 1, 2007
Studica Skills is an online competition site available to students and teachers worldwide. Created to challenge students (of all ages and grades) both technically and creatively, Studica Skills is designed to inspire all in the classroom.
Awarding cash, electronics, software and scholarships, students are given multiple opportunities to win monthly, with grand prize winners at the end of the competitions.
This is the third season of Studica Skills competitions, and this year's categories include:
2d Animation 3d Animation Comic Book Design Design and Drafting Digital Video
Studica Skills FREE Online Competitions for Students WORLDWIDE
Begins: May 1, 2007
Studica Skills is an online competition site available to students and teachers worldwide. Created to challenge students (of all ages and grades) both technically and creatively, Studica Skills is designed to inspire all in the classroom.
Awarding cash, electronics, software and scholarships, students are given multiple opportunities to win monthly, with grand prize winners at the end of the competitions.
This is the third season of Studica Skills competitions, and this year's categories include:
2d Animation 3d Animation Comic Book Design Design and Drafting Digital Video
