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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.

Moth Studio Developing Animated Adaptation Of Million-Selling Kids’ Book ‘The Storm Whale’

BAFTA-nominated Moth Studio will present its 30-minute adaptation of Benji Davies’ beloved picture book at Annecy’s MIFA next week.

‘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.

TeamTO Expands Into Adult Animation With Anime-Inspired Thriller ‘Junichiro Jackson’

The series, co-produced by Martian Blueberry, the studio co-founded by ‘The Boondocks’ producer Carl Jones, will debut early footage at Annecy.

75 Oil Paintings, 30+ Artists, 4 Countries: Hisko Hulsing’s 11-Year ‘Danse Macabre’ Journey (EXCLUSIVE TRAILER)

Premiering at Annecy this month, the filmmaker’s latest short grew from music, storyboards, and years of experimentation.

New Zealand’s First Stop-Motion Feature ‘Kiri And Lou Go Raaa!’ Gets Trailer Ahead of Annecy Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

Directed by Harry Sinclair and Ant Elworthy, the prequel explores how Kiri and Lou became friends, with performances from Jemaine Clement and Olivia Tennet.

Stop-Motion Whiz Anna Mantzaris Returns To Short Filmmaking With ‘Please,’ Drops Trailer Ahead Of Zagreb Premiere (EXCLUSIVE)

Stellan Skarsgård lends his voice to Mantzaris’ new felt-textured stop-motion short premiering at Animafest before heading to Annecy.

Vergine Keaton’s Cannes-Pitched Project ‘Bataille’ Explores War, Power, And Humanity Through Animated Renaissance Art

‘Making a film is sculpting time.’ Vergine Keaton discusses her dialogue-free animated epic inspired by Renaissance art.

Must Anime Still Be Made In Japan? Toei GM Asama Yosuke Doesn’t Think So

“The era when anime was something made only by Japanese people is over,” the executive said while promoting Toei’s upcoming feature ‘Monkey Quest.’

Cannes Standout ‘Iron Boy’ Set For U.S. Theatrical Run After Sony Pictures Classics Pickup

A boy confined to an iron brace searches for freedom in Louis Clichy’s painterly coming-of-age story set in rural France.

‘I’m Laughing And Enjoying The Shapes’: Lizzy Hobbs On Animating ‘Daughters Of The Late Colonel’

The British auteur discusses humor, handmade animation, and the joy of animating ahead of the film’s Cannes debut and Annecy competition screening.

Critics’ Week Opener ‘In Waves’ Is Netflix’s First Major 2026 Cannes Acquisition

Phuong Mai Nguyen’s animated feature debut, based on AJ Dungo’s graphic memoir of the same name, becomes a major early festival pickup.

Oscar-Nominated ‘A Cat in Paris’ Director Alain Gagnol Assembles A New Team For ‘Dog My Cats!’

Gagnol talks collaborating with Lilas Cognet after long-time partner Jean-Loup Felicioli retired, handcrafted visuals, and bringing the 2D feature to Cannes.

Signe Baumane’s ‘Karmic Knot’ Builds Buzz Ahead Of Busy Festival Season

Producer Fabian Driehorst discusses the film’s financing push, hybrid production style, and growing support from major actors and broadcasters.

Annecy Unveils 36 Titles Across Its 2026 Feature, Contrechamp, And Annecy Presents Lineups

The festival’s latest selections highlight a globally diverse slate of auteur-driven features, rising voices, and audience-friendly titles.

Previews Of Pixar’s ‘Gatto,’ Netflix’s ‘Ray Gunn,’ DreamWorks’ ‘Forgotten Island’ Headline Annecy’s Special Events Lineup

From studio previews to auteur tributes, this year’s slate highlights animation’s evolving landscape across commercial momentum and creative ambition.

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