email print share on Facebook share on Twitter share on LinkedIn share on reddit pin on Pinterest

Industry Report: Animation

Articles, interviews and special reports about the European animated film market, a thriving audiovisual sector that regularly produces masterpieces

(The article continues below - Commercial information)
Tonje Skar Reiersen • Producer of Pesta

“With this film, we want to show that mankind has already gone through dramatic changes in the past”

Tonje Skar Reiersen • Producer of Pesta

One of the producers of the animated project in receipt of the Eurimages Co-Production Development Award at this year’s Cartoon Movie tells us more about this tragic love story  

12 March 2024

Cartoon Movie hands out its Tributes

Cartoon 2024 - Cartoon Movie

Cartoon Movie hands out its Tributes

Jérémie Périn was crowned Director of the Year with his debut Mars Express, whilst Norwegian-French-German co-production Pesta scooped the Eurimages Co-Production Development Award  

08 March 2024

REPORT: Cartoon Movie 2024

Cartoon 2024 - Cartoon Movie

REPORT: Cartoon Movie 2024

We present details of five intriguing projects introduced at this year’s Cartoon Movie, which ran in Bordeaux from 5-7 March  

07 March 2024

Tania Pinto Da Cunha • Sales agent, Pink Parrot Media

“Projects for the whole family, that’s our focus”

Tania Pinto Da Cunha • Sales agent, Pink Parrot Media

At Cartoon Movie, we spoke with the Montréal- and Madrid-based sales agent specialised in selling family-orientated animation and live-action productions  

06 March 2024

Iryna Kostyuk and Tetiana Ruban • Producer, FILM.UA Group/Animagrad Studio, and CEO, Nerd Licensing Agency

“The project’s uniqueness lies also in its promotion and export of Ukrainian culture, values and traditions”

Iryna Kostyuk and Tetiana Ruban • Producer, FILM.UA Group/Animagrad Studio, and CEO, Nerd Licensing Agency

At Cartoon Business, the two reps spoke about the ground-breaking success of Mavka. The Forest Song in Ukraine and internationally  

16 November 2023

REPORT: Cartoon Springboard 2023

Cartoon 2023 – Cartoon Springboard

REPORT: Cartoon Springboard 2023

Cineuropa takes a closer look at six projects pitched at this year’s gathering, which is currently unspooling in Madrid from 24-26 October  

25 October 2023

Eliza Jäppinen  • CEO, Visible Realms

“Most of the social-media breakthroughs seem to be happening stateside”

Eliza Jäppinen • CEO, Visible Realms

The Finnish executive and producer gives us a taste of the keynote speech about animation and social media that she will host at the upcoming Cartoon Springboard  

20 October 2023

REPORT: Cartoon Forum 2023

Cartoon 2023 – Cartoon Forum

REPORT: Cartoon Forum 2023

We present details of four intriguing projects pitched at this year’s Cartoon Forum, which ran in Toulouse from 18-21 September  

22 September 2023

Zane Valeniece • Head of acquisitions, LTV

“There are shifts happening in terms of co-productions and financing, but I’d still say it’s all about the story and the characters”

Zane Valeniece • Head of acquisitions, LTV

The Latvian executive breaks down the content that pubcaster LTV wishes to acquire, its target audiences and its distribution strategies  

21 September 2023

Cartoon Forum trains the spotlight on UK animation

Cartoon 2023 – Cartoon Forum

Cartoon Forum trains the spotlight on UK animation

In Toulouse, five new British projects have been pitched to the industry reps in attendance  

20 September 2023

At Animist Tallinn, panellists talk about how animation can help raise awareness of social issues

Animist Tallinn 2023

At Animist Tallinn, panellists talk about how animation can help raise awareness of social issues

During the talk, the speakers also touched upon the intersections between animation, documentary and anthropology  

23 August 2023

At Animist Tallinn, Dave McKean talks creativity, and traces back his career in film and animation

Animist Tallinn 2023

At Animist Tallinn, Dave McKean talks creativity, and traces back his career in film and animation

The British artist showed clips from some of his projects and regaled the audience with a live reading of his audiovisual poem [N]eon  

21 August 2023

Mari Kivi, Priit Tender  • Artistic directors, Animist Tallinn

“Animation is a very broad genre occupying a unique position between film and art, and it deserves special attention”

Mari Kivi, Priit Tender • Artistic directors, Animist Tallinn

The artistic directors of the young, Tallinn-based festival talk us through this year’s programme and their efforts to promote independent animation  

16 August 2023

The excellence of French animation, under the spotlight at Cannes

Cannes 2023

The excellence of French animation, under the spotlight at Cannes

CANNES 2023: A panel discussed the successes of the "French Touch" but also the difficulties of financing arthouse feature-length animated films  

26 May 2023

Víctor Herreruela  • Coordinator, Ibermedia

"Ibermedia Next is a historic opportunity to use innovative technologies in digital content”

Víctor Herreruela • Coordinator, Ibermedia

The Ibermedia Programme has launched its new initiative to support innovation and collaboration in the animation industry in Ibero-America  

19 May 2023

Ilija Brunck • CEO and founding partner, Woodblock

“We realise that many of these measures can be implemented quickly, even if it entails a certain amount of effort at the beginning”

Ilija Brunck • CEO and founding partner, Woodblock

At the 27th FMX - Film & Media Exchange, a conference on animation, effects, and interactive and immersive media, the German animation studio owner gave us an overview of his ideas on sustainability  

05 May 2023

REPORT: Cartoon Next 2023

Cartoon 2023 – Cartoon Next

REPORT: Cartoon Next 2023

We present details of three intriguing projects that were pitched at the second edition of Cartoon Next, which ran in Marseille from 18-20 April  

24 April 2023

At Cartoon Next, experts survey the state of the animation industry in Italy, France, the UK and Lithuania

Cartoon 2023 – Cartoon Next

At Cartoon Next, experts survey the state of the animation industry in Italy, France, the UK and Lithuania

There is a bright future ahead for European animation, but a few battles to gain more funding, more manpower and better working conditions still need to be fought  

21 April 2023

Thierry Baujard and Teddy Kossoko survey collaboration opportunities between African and European animation and gaming studios

Cartoon 2023 – Cartoon Next

Thierry Baujard and Teddy Kossoko survey collaboration opportunities between African and European animation and gaming studios

Cartoon Next zoomed in on Africa, a complex market with great creatives and a growing demand, which still needs to overcome a lack of mentorship and networking opportunities  

20 April 2023

At Cartoon Next, Bartosz Sztybor talks about the anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, and working with US writers and Japanese studios

Cartoon 2023 – Cartoon Next

At Cartoon Next, Bartosz Sztybor talks about the anime series Cyberpunk: Edgerunners, and working with US writers and Japanese studios

The CD Projekt Red representative shared the joys and the pains of developing the franchise as well as the lessons learnt by working with Japan’s Studio Trigger  

19 April 2023

REPORT: Cartoon Movie 2023

Cartoon 2023 – Cartoon Movie

REPORT: Cartoon Movie 2023

We present details of three intriguing projects that were introduced at this year’s Cartoon Movie, which ran in Bordeaux from 7-9 March  

13 March 2023

Cartoon Movie hands out its awards

Cartoon 2023 – Cartoon Movie/Awards

Cartoon Movie hands out its awards

Mascha Halberstad has been crowned Director of the Year for her Berlinale Kplus opener Oink, whilst Roberto Saviano’s first animated project scooped the Eurimages Co-Production Development Award  

10 March 2023

Three new online CEE Animation Experience sessions to be held between February and April

CEE Animation Forum 2023

Three new online CEE Animation Experience sessions to be held between February and April

The programme will provide tips on how to make a stop-motion production eco-friendly, examine a case study on the international sales of The Websters and present a master class by Jelena Popovic  

02 February 2023

Jean-François Le Corre • Producer, Vivement Lundi !

"The stop-motion revival is a global phenomenon"

Jean-François Le Corre • Producer, Vivement Lundi !

The head of the French company analyses the powerful comeback of stop-motion animation, to which Unifrance is dedicating a focus for the very first time within the Yokohama French Film Festival  

01 December 2022

The business side of animation schools takes centre stage at Cartoon Business

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Business

The business side of animation schools takes centre stage at Cartoon Business

Three representatives from Gobelins, École de Condé and The Animation Workshop spoke about how they aim to expand their reach and form solid connections with the industry  

22 November 2022

At Cartoon Business, panellists share three innovative concepts for financing animation

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Business

At Cartoon Business, panellists share three innovative concepts for financing animation

The talk explored Sow You Entertainment’s fair collaboration agreement, Aeon’s talent programme and mass co-production model, and Andarta Pictures’ new series financing model  

21 November 2022

Cartoon Business reveals how Dickie was turned from a Belgian comic into a successful 360-degree IP

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Business

Cartoon Business reveals how Dickie was turned from a Belgian comic into a successful 360-degree IP

Peter Rogiers and Renaat Van Ginderachter explored the challenges of developing a young adult-orientated IP in a small European territory such as Flanders  

17 November 2022

David Gruber • Commissioning Editor, Super RTL Fernsehen

“Often times, when younger talents pitch their projects, they fall into a sort of gap between preschool and kids’ audiences”

David Gruber • Commissioning Editor, Super RTL Fernsehen

At Cartoon Springboard, Cineuropa talked to the German executive about the network’s editorial policy and what young talents should focus on when pitching their projects  

03 November 2022

Cristian Jezdic • CEO, beQ Entertainment, and Vice-President, Cartoon Italia

“For animation producers such as ourselves, scouting for new talent is essential”

Cristian Jezdic • CEO, beQ Entertainment, and Vice-President, Cartoon Italia

The producer spoke to us, at this year’s Cartoon Springboard, about young talent in animation and the state of the sector in Italy  

31 October 2022

Cartoon Springboard delves into Ketnet’s editorial strategy, competitors and target groups

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Springboard

Cartoon Springboard delves into Ketnet’s editorial strategy, competitors and target groups

On day 3 of the event, Flemish content manager Telidja Klaï spoke about the Belgian network’s process of transforming into a 360-degree brand adored by children  

28 October 2022

At Cartoon Springboard, Louis Jacobée envisions “adaptation as a (re)creation”

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Springboard

At Cartoon Springboard, Louis Jacobée envisions “adaptation as a (re)creation”

The keynote speech focused on four case studies involving adaptation from books or comics: Lastman, PJ Masks, Toby Alone, and In the Dark and Mysterious Forest  

28 October 2022

Tiivi Tüür • Acquisitions executive, ERR

“There is a new generation flourishing, moving their main focus more to computer animation and 3D tech”

Tiivi Tüür • Acquisitions executive, ERR

We spoke to the Estonian executive, who talked through the content the pubcaster wishes to acquire, its target audiences and its distribution strategies  

27 September 2022

Julie Lind-Holm Hansen • Commissioning editor of Animation, DR

“Mainly, we are looking for content for kids aged between four and ten years old”

Julie Lind-Holm Hansen • Commissioning editor of Animation, DR

We sat down with the Danish executive to discuss the pubcaster’s participation in the forum, its editorial strategies and the type of content it seeks  

26 September 2022

The 2022 edition of Cartoon Forum ends on a high note, with record attendance figures and Tribute Awards

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Forum/Awards

The 2022 edition of Cartoon Forum ends on a high note, with record attendance figures and Tribute Awards

Two Spanish outfits, GoldBee and Peekaboo Animation, were respectively crowned Investor and Producer of the Year, whilst Germany’s KiKA snagged Broadcaster of the Year  

23 September 2022

María Peña Mateos • Chief executive officer, ICEX/Animation from Spain

“With Latin America, we share our culture, our language and many other things, but of course, Europe remains our natural market”

María Peña Mateos • Chief executive officer, ICEX/Animation from Spain

Our chat focused on ICEX and Animation from Spain’s activities at this year’s Cartoon Forum and the benefits of producing animated projects in the Iberian country  

22 September 2022

BLON looks into the necessity of pitching a good story package

BLON 2022

BLON looks into the necessity of pitching a good story package

Ole Wendorf-Østergaard, a producer at the Danish Film Institute, talked about how to sell a movie pitch in the most efficient way  

12 September 2022

The BLON Festival looks at the changing demands of VR experiences

BLON 2022

The BLON Festival looks at the changing demands of VR experiences

Polish filmmaker and animator Paweł Szarzyński spoke about the current industry status of the VR experience  

12 September 2022

REPORT: Cartoon Next 2022

Cartoon 2022 - Cartoon Next

REPORT: Cartoon Next 2022

We present details of three intriguing projects that were pitched at the inaugural edition of Cartoon Next, which ran in Marseille from 12-15 April  

25 April 2022

At Cartoon Next, Pascal Charrue, Arnaud Delord and Hervé Dupont talk about the making of Arcane

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Next

At Cartoon Next, Pascal Charrue, Arnaud Delord and Hervé Dupont talk about the making of Arcane

Supervised by Riot Games, the team at French studio Fortiche Production worked on the successful Netflix animated series set in the League of Legends universe  

22 April 2022

At Cartoon Next, experts discuss diversity when co-producing animated projects

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Next

At Cartoon Next, experts discuss diversity when co-producing animated projects

Alexandre Charlet focused on the challenges of co-producing with smaller countries, whilst Telidja Klaï spoke about Ketnet’s commitment to diversity  

21 April 2022

At Cartoon Next, Céleste Surugue shares the secrets behind Asterix's success story

Cartoon 2022 - Cartoon Next

At Cartoon Next, Céleste Surugue shares the secrets behind Asterix's success story

Éditions Albert René's general director talked about the development of the franchise and how it became one of the most popular worldwide  

20 April 2022

Luca Milano and Chrystel Poncet explore the new European benchmarks in animation

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Next

Luca Milano and Chrystel Poncet explore the new European benchmarks in animation

During the Cartoon Next talk, the two speakers highlighted the need for increased co-productions and for a new European model as an alternative to the American and Japanese ones  

15 April 2022

Masako Kudo • Distributor, Child Film

“In Japan, family-orientated animation films from foreign countries are quite complicated to distribute”

Masako Kudo • Distributor, Child Film

The Japanese distributor talked through Child Film’s efforts to bring European arthouse animated films to the country and how the local audience has changed over the last two years  

16 March 2022

REPORT: Cartoon Movie 2022

Cartoon 2022 – Cartoon Movie

REPORT: Cartoon Movie 2022

We present details of three intriguing projects that were presented at this year’s Cartoon Movie, which ran in Bordeaux from 8-10 March  

16 March 2022

Gints Zilbalodis’ Flow and Edmunds Jansons’ Born Happy form the Latvian contingent at this year’s Cartoon Movie

Cartoon 2022 - Cartoon Movie

Gints Zilbalodis’ Flow and Edmunds Jansons’ Born Happy form the Latvian contingent at this year’s Cartoon Movie

The two features, both in the development phase and backed by the National Film Centre of Latvia, were pitched at the three-day gathering that took place in Bordeaux  

16 March 2022

Tine Klint • Founder and CEO, LevelK

“The world is now more open than ever to different techniques, styles and formats”

Tine Klint • Founder and CEO, LevelK

The founder and CEO of the Danish sales and distribution firm spoke about animated content, working practices and the team’s activities at Cartoon Movie  

15 March 2022

Adrien Desanges • Co-founder, Benshi

"We like the idea of films and cinema offering, as well as the urgency of meeting with an artist"

Adrien Desanges • Co-founder, Benshi

The co-founder of the French streaming platform talked through its mission and curation strategy as well as its activities at this year’s Cartoon Movie  

14 March 2022

At the EFM, experts explore the intersections between animation, gaming, VR, AR and XR

Berlinale 2022 – EFM

At the EFM, experts explore the intersections between animation, gaming, VR, AR and XR

BERLINALE 2022: Three panellists were asked to talk through their work, the future opportunities that these new intersections can create, and how they can affect storytelling in animation and gaming  

11 February 2022

At the Malta Film Week, John Powell talks scoring animated films

Industry / Market - Malta

At the Malta Film Week, John Powell talks scoring animated films

The English artist shared some takeaways on his job, the complex relationship between composer and director, and his sources of inspirations  

02 February 2022

The ANIMARKT Stop Motion Forum asks: What gets producers and directors moving?

Industry / Market - Poland

The ANIMARKT Stop Motion Forum asks: What gets producers and directors moving?

Good chemistry, decent working conditions and finding perfection in imperfection, among other things, were mentioned during the “Cooperation Between Creator and Producer in Stop Motion” debate  

21 December 2021

Karen Vermeulen and Diego Ibañez Belaustegui profile animation buyers at Cartoon Business

Cartoon 2021 – Cartoon Business

Karen Vermeulen and Diego Ibañez Belaustegui profile animation buyers at Cartoon Business

The two speakers talked through how buyers’ habits have changed, their financial resources, the types of content they are looking for and the different types of deals they aim to seal  

15 December 2021

At Cartoon Business, experts reveal the golden rules for surviving animated co-productions

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Business

At Cartoon Business, experts reveal the golden rules for surviving animated co-productions

Kristine M.I. Knudsen and Philippe Alessandri shared the dos and the don'ts for forming a creatively stimulating and financially solid co-production partnership  

13 December 2021

At Cartoon Business, Antti Haikala and Solveig Langeland discuss the most recent changes in producing animated features

Cartoon 2021 – Cartoon Business

At Cartoon Business, Antti Haikala and Solveig Langeland discuss the most recent changes in producing animated features

The two speakers talked through the challenges of portraying diversity and touched on European animation’s USP, among other topics  

13 December 2021

“Investors want to see the green, but they’re also looking for passion and strong teams,” say the experts at Cartoon Business

Cartoon 2021 – Cartoon Business

“Investors want to see the green, but they’re also looking for passion and strong teams,” say the experts at Cartoon Business

Philippe Alessandri and Reginald de Guillebon provided top advice on dealing with potential backers and how to create fruitful investment partnerships to drive the growth of animation studios  

10 December 2021

What future awaits linear pubcasters producing and commissioning animated content?

Cartoon 2021 – Cartoon Business

What future awaits linear pubcasters producing and commissioning animated content?

At Cartoon Business, three experts shared parts of their reshaped editorial strategies, in response to the growing role of platforms and the most recent shifts in consumption  

10 December 2021

The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes a new report on European animation

Industry / Market - Europe

The European Audiovisual Observatory publishes a new report on European animation

Despite European animation's high export potential, the USA and Japan remain by far the top providers of animated films  

06 December 2021

Cyber Group Studios expands global reach for Gigantosaurus and Droners with leading broadcasters and platforms

Distribution / Releases / Exhibitors - France

Cyber Group Studios expands global reach for Gigantosaurus and Droners with leading broadcasters and platforms

The French studio has also pre-sold its new series 50/50 Heroes to Discovery in Latin America and Disney Japan  

01 December 2021

How can 360 strategies help children (and adults) fight climate change? The experts have their say

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon 360

How can 360 strategies help children (and adults) fight climate change? The experts have their say

At Cartoon 360, four experts shared their experiences in producing impactful content and campaigns to sensitise younger audiences to the current environmental crisis  

19 November 2021

At Cartoon 360, Edouard Gaudel and Luc Verdier reveal how narrative video games can help expand your IPs

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon 360

At Cartoon 360, Edouard Gaudel and Luc Verdier reveal how narrative video games can help expand your IPs

The two experts shared their experiences on transforming Firebird and Blacksad's great stories into successful narrative video games  

19 November 2021

Cyber Group Studios’ experts uncover 360-degree brand strategies at Cartoon 360

Cartoon 2021 – Cartoon 360

Cyber Group Studios’ experts uncover 360-degree brand strategies at Cartoon 360

Olivier Lelardoux and Andreas Carlen delved into the studio’s moves to develop brand awareness, a process that now requires the implementation of a new exposure cycle  

18 November 2021

Sara Cabras • Co-Productions and Pre-Acquisitions, RAI Ragazzi

“We know only too well how hard it is for young people to see their projects through when they don’t have a studio behind them”

Sara Cabras • Co-Productions and Pre-Acquisitions, RAI Ragazzi

We discussed the importance of Cartoon Springboard for young Italian and European film talent while interviewing the Italian expert at the event  

05 November 2021

At Cartoon Springboard, Ketnet’s Telidja Klaï delves into developmental psychology and content strategies

Cartoon 2021 – Cartoon Springboard

At Cartoon Springboard, Ketnet’s Telidja Klaï delves into developmental psychology and content strategies

On day 3 of the event, the expert highlighted how scientific knowledge of children’s behaviour may help creators and commissioners deliver content capable of stimulating younger audiences  

03 November 2021

At Cartoon Springboard, Julien Papelier and Lila Hannou explore the new frontiers of animation and publishing

Cartoon 2021 – Cartoon Springboard

At Cartoon Springboard, Julien Papelier and Lila Hannou explore the new frontiers of animation and publishing

The two speakers outlined Dupuis Publishing and Média Participations’ new editorial strategies, which go beyond the traditional “publishing-animation” paradigm  

28 October 2021

Suzanne Kelly  • Head of Children’s and Young People’s Content, RTÉ

“As a broadcaster, to be sited amidst all of this amazing talent is really a privilege”

Suzanne Kelly • Head of Children’s and Young People’s Content, RTÉ

We chatted to the Irish executive about this year’s rich slate of national projects, the latest trends in terms of consumption and working practices, and RTÉ’s editorial strategy  

04 October 2021

REPORT: Cartoon Forum 2021

Cartoon 2021 – Cartoon Forum

REPORT: Cartoon Forum 2021

We present a rundown of the most interesting projects introduced at this year’s Cartoon Forum, which ran in Toulouse from 21-23 September  

28 September 2021

This year’s Cartoon Forum celebrates Portuguese animation

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Forum

This year’s Cartoon Forum celebrates Portuguese animation

In Toulouse, we discovered the five new projects presented by Portuguese creatives, two of which are co-produced with Spain  

24 September 2021

It’s a wrap for the 2021 edition of Cartoon Forum

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Forum

It’s a wrap for the 2021 edition of Cartoon Forum

The prestigious co-production and pitching forum for animated TV series saw the triumph of Belgian broadcaster Ketnet and French outfits MIAM! Animation and TAT productions  

24 September 2021

A digital panel explores the benefits of inclusive storytelling in animation at Cannes

Cannes 2021 – Marché du Film

A digital panel explores the benefits of inclusive storytelling in animation at Cannes

CANNES 2021: The panel, featuring representatives of Disney and the International Sámi Film Institute, showcased the companies’ successful collaboration on Frozen 2  

12 July 2021

The Cartoon Digital experts draw their conclusions and assess the future of European animation

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Digital

The Cartoon Digital experts draw their conclusions and assess the future of European animation

Three speedy round-tables, moderated by Kickback Media founder John Lomas-Bullivant, brought this year's edition of Cartoon Digital to a close  

01 June 2021

Are digital platforms driving the future of children’s content?

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Digital

Are digital platforms driving the future of children’s content?

A panel hosted by this year’s edition of Cartoon Digital explored the latest consumption trends  

01 June 2021

A smoother, slicker and more exciting creative future awaits CG animators

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Digital

A smoother, slicker and more exciting creative future awaits CG animators

At Cartoon Digital, experts discussed the most recent developments in digital production and how these are being accelerated by game engines and VR  

31 May 2021

Cartoon Digital asks: “What are the new distribution and co-production opportunities for animation producers?”

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Digital

Cartoon Digital asks: “What are the new distribution and co-production opportunities for animation producers?”

Gaumont's Karen Vermeulen and Sola Media's Solveig Langeland shared their takes on the topic during a panel hosted by the online event  

31 May 2021

Building a strong digital presence is essential, say experts at Cartoon Digital

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Digital

Building a strong digital presence is essential, say experts at Cartoon Digital

The panel saw the participation of Entertainment One president Olivier Dumont and Rainbow’s SVP Contents and Acquisitions, Cristiana Buazzelli  

28 May 2021

At Cartoon Digital, animation decision-makers discuss how to nurture fresh, diverse talents

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Digital

At Cartoon Digital, animation decision-makers discuss how to nurture fresh, diverse talents

The talk, entitled “Roadmaps for New Digital Talents”, saw the participation of Marco Berardi from Italy's Boing and Miles Bullough from the UK's Wildseed Studios  

28 May 2021

Maite Woköck • Producer, Telescope Animation

“Animation for children is the most successful segment of German film abroad”

Maite Woköck • Producer, Telescope Animation

The German Producer on the Move talks about the status of animated films in the German market  

17 May 2021

Screen Ireland’s Talent Development Academy for Animation to be led by Animation Ireland

Industry / Market - Ireland

Screen Ireland’s Talent Development Academy for Animation to be led by Animation Ireland

The national audiovisual agency’s new initiative will commit to nurturing diverse and regional talent, and creating opportunities on the national level  

13 April 2021

Martin Kotík • President, Association of Czech Animation Film

“We have a number of new animation productions and studios which arose out of nothing but their own desire for existence and creativity”

Martin Kotík • President, Association of Czech Animation Film

The current president of the Association of Czech Animation Film breaks down the state of the Czech animation industry today  

13 April 2021

Anne-Sophie Vanhollebeke • President, Cartoon Italia

“Zoom calls fail to excite the market”

Anne-Sophie Vanhollebeke • President, Cartoon Italia

The hardships suffered by the Italian audiovisual industry as a result of the pandemic have also hit the animation sector, according to the president of Cartoon Italia  

02 April 2021

Cartoon Movie indicates the great tendencies of European animated cinema in 2021

Cartoon 2021 - Cartoon Movie

Cartoon Movie indicates the great tendencies of European animated cinema in 2021

Projects aimed at adults, themes touching on the environment, documentary style, and a stream of novel and comic book adaptations: here are the main teachings to be taken from the 23rd Cartoon Movie  

22 March 2021

Sébastien Onomo  • Producer, Special Touch Studios

"Platforms approach the question of who their target audience is differently"

Sébastien Onomo • Producer, Special Touch Studios

The head of Special Touch Studios tells us about his three projects presented at Cartoon Movie — from Denis Do, Nadia Nakhlé and Anca Damian — and the sector’s current situation  

10 March 2021

Mickaël Marin  • Director of the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and MIFA

"Arguably, the unifying role played by Annecy has never been so strong”

Mickaël Marin • Director of the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and MIFA

Mickaël Marin, the director of the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and its market, MIFA, sheds light on the challenges involved in the online organisation of the event (15-30 June)  

11 June 2020

Anne-Sophie Vanhollebeke • President, Cartoon Italia

"We reorganised ourselves but COVID-19 has overcome our plans”

Anne-Sophie Vanhollebeke • President, Cartoon Italia

We asked Anne-Sophie Vanhollebeke, president of Cartoon Italia, about how the Italian animation industry has reacted to the current health crisis  

09 April 2020

Europa Distribution discussed the current situation of animation at Cartoon Movie

Cartoon 2020 - Cartoon Movie

Europa Distribution discussed the current situation of animation at Cartoon Movie

The network's members put the spotlight on recent films distributed all across Europe, such as Buñuel in the Labyrinth of Turtles, Pachamama and Manou the Swift  

19 March 2020

Véronique Encrenaz  • Head of MIFA

“There is a big audience for children animation films but concerning adult animation films, it is more difficult because audiences are not used to it yet”

Véronique Encrenaz • Head of MIFA

Véronique Encrenaz explains MIFA’s different markets and the important role that students play during the festival  

22 February 2020

EAVE IMPACT explores the challenges of producing animated films for adults

EAVE

EAVE IMPACT explores the challenges of producing animated films for adults

The second episode of the second season of EAVE IMPACT ONE-TO-ONE features a discussion between animation director Aisha Al-Jaidah and Charades co-founder Yohann Comte  

13 December 2019

Privacy Policy