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Cristal Winner Anca Damian Returns To Annecy With New Short ‘Motherhood’ (EXCLUSIVE TRAILER)
The acclaimed filmmaker's autobiographical short explores memory, dreams, and parenthood through surreal animation.
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Ricky Gervais’ ‘Alley Cats’ Gets First Trailer Ahead Of Annecy Screening, Masterclass
The adult animated comedy about a group of feral cats is animated by Blink Industries and will hit the streamer in August.
Colored Pencils, Magic Markers, And Watercolors: Finding The Look Of Cartoon Saloon’s ‘Julián’ (EXCLUSIVE BTS)
Ahead of its Annecy premiere, Louise Bagnall discusses adapting Jessica Love's book and crafting the film's vibrant visual world.
Annecy Opens With Surprise Guests, A Tribute To Marjane Satrapi, And The World Premiere Of ‘Minions & Monsters’
Chris Meledandri praised Annecy's role in animation culture while Guillermo del Toro’s not-so-surprising appearance topped off a star-studded opening night.
10 Must-Watch Shorts At Annecy 2026
Annecy's program is as unweildy and overwhelming as it is brilliant, so we've laid out ten short films you don't wanna miss at this year's festival.
‘When We Fail, What Do We Do Next?’: Sébastien Laudenbach On Hope, Failure, And ‘Viva Carmen’
The Annecy competition player retells Bizet’s opera through children determined to change its ending and explores failure, hope, and collective action.
CEE Animation Launches Animation HUB To Help Audiences Find Films After Their Festival Runs
The new platform curates nearly 4,000 titles, connecting audiences, educators, and industry professionals with top European independent animation.
The Fog, French Folklore, And Fistfights That Fuel Disney+’s New Series ‘The Doomies’
Creator Andres Fernandez discusses the influence of his hometown Brittany, Pozla's designs, Buffy inspirations, and bringing the series to Disney+.
‘A Road Movie On Foot’: The Long Journey Behind Brazilian Annecy Player ‘Son Of A Bitch’
Four filmmakers, a three-legged dog, a copy of 'Moby-Dick,' and a search for family drive this distinctive feature from Brazil.
Mackinnon & Saunders, Nihil Declarandum Team On Tiffany Kimmel’s Retro-Futurist, Stop-Motion Feature ‘Heads’
The adult-oriented fantasy is set in a dystopian Manchester and is being billed as one of the largest-ever animated productions from the city.
Netflix, TF1, And Super RTL Board ‘Ghostforce Evolution’ Series From The Studio Behind ‘Miraculous’
The new action-comedy expands Zag's 'Ghostforce' franchise with 26 episodes and a special set in a supernatural New York City.
The Strange Gravity Of Chris Sullivan’s Annecy-Bound ‘The Orbit Of Minor Satellites’
Ahead of the film's world premiere, the Chicago filmmaker unpacks its unusual origins, layered narratives, and handmade craft.
‘Shooom’s Odyssey’ Team Launches Production On Buzzy Debut Feature ‘The Little Run’
Julien Bisaro and Claire Paoletti’s animated feature from Picolo Pictures will be at next week's MIFA and is targeting a 2028 theatrical release.
‘If We Can Imagine It, We Can Animate It’: The Ambriz Bros. On ‘I Am Frankelda’ Mexico’s First Stop-Motion Feature (EXCLUSIVE BTS)
The Cinema Fantasma founders discuss self-financing their landmark feature, building a hometown industry, and lessons from Guillermo del Toro.
‘Chimney Town: Frozen In Time’ Director Yusuke Hirota On Studio 4ºC’s Hybrid Animation Approach
The director discusses hybrid animation, Tim Burton influences, and the evolving creative philosophy behind StudioºC ahead of an Annecy Presents appearance.
As The World Cup Begins, Esteban Pedrozo’s ‘Julio’ Delivers A Love Letter To Soccer In Its Purest Form (EXCLUSIVE)
Voiced by Jorge Gutierrez, the short follows a man who never reaches the professional ranks, but whose love for the game never diminishes.
Living Legend Floyd Norman To Receive Honorary Oscar From The Academy
Disney animation pioneer Floyd Norman, the studio's first Black artist hired long-term, will receive an Honorary Oscar this fall.
From Siberian Designer To Indie Animation Cult Favorite: How Alex Semenov Built Lazy Square (EXCLUSIVE)
Now based in Florida, the Lazy Square creator reflects on viral success, AI disruption, and life as an independent animator.
How Animation Captured The Magical Realism Of Emi Martínez’s Childhood Memories In Netflix Doc
Director Gustavo Cova, cartoonist Liniers, and Buenos Aires's Hook Up animation used handcrafted 2D animation to blend memory, fantasy, and sport.
‘The Amazing Digital Circus’ Cracks Global Top 5 With $26.5M Weekend
Adding in figures from impressive Thursday preview screenings, the film's global total sits at $35.5 million according to Comscore estimates.
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