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Anima, the Brussels International Animation Film Festival

Het internationaal animatiefilmfestival van Brussel

Also known as: Le Festival International du Film d’Animation de Bruxelles

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2024

Top 20 Most Prestigious Animation Film Festivals Around The Globe: 2025 edition

From France’s Annecy Festival to Russia’s Insomnia Festival, these festivals showcase the best in animation, offering filmmakers a platform to gain international recognition.

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Anima Festival 2025 in Belgium to Open with Adam Elliot’s “Memoir of a Snail”

The 44th Anima Festival in Belgium will open on February 28, 2025, with Adam Elliot's acclaimed stop-motion film "Memoir of a Snail." Known for his Oscar-winning work and unique storytelling, Elliot…

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173 Short Films Selected for Anima 2025 in Brussels

Anima 2025, taking place from February 28 to March 9 in Brussels, Belgium, has unveiled its official short film selection. From over 1,700 submissions, 173 films were chosen, including 85 in the…

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Anima 2025 in Belgium Announces Official Short Film Selection

Anima 2025, Belgium's leading animation festival, has announced its short film selection, running from February 28 to March 9, 2025, in Brussels. Featuring 173 films from 30 countries, including 85 in…

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Anima Brussels to Host Futuranima 2025 with Belgian and Global Animation Talent

Futuranima, the professional segment of the Anima Brussels Animation Film Festival, returns from March 3–8, 2025, at Flagey and Marni. Featuring events such as behind-the-scenes looks at "Arcane"…

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Anima Festival Becomes BAFTA-Qualifying Event for British Short Films

As of 2024, the Anima Festival in Belgium has gained BAFTA-qualifying status, enabling British short films under 40 minutes selected in its competitions to be considered for the prestigious BAFTA…

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Anima 2025 Opens Film Submissions: Participate in Brussels’ Premier Animation Festival

Anima 2025, the 44th edition of the Brussels International Animation Film Festival, invites film submissions until September 30, 2024. The festival, scheduled from February 28 to March 9, 2025,…

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Top 20 Most Prestigious Animation Film Festivals Around The Globe: 2024 edition

From France’s Annecy Festival to Russia’s Insomnia Festival, these festivals showcase the best in animation, offering filmmakers a platform to gain international recognition.

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Celebrating Animation: The Winners of ANIMA 2024’s Prestigious Awards

ANIMA 2024 in Brussels celebrated a successful edition with a record 30,000 attendees, marking an 11% increase in attendance. The festival featured 29 feature films and 260 shorts, with a range of…

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Anima 2024 Festival Unveils Its Exciting Lineup Including “Mars Express” and “Deep Sea”

The Anima 2024 film festival (Brussels, Belgium), scheduled from February 23 to March 3, promises an array of animated feature films. Highlights include the opening film 'Mars Express', previews of…

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New Talents

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