Animafest Zagreb 2024 Unveils Diverse Global Lineup in World Panorama and Time for the Masters Sections
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Animafest Zagreb 2024 introduces the WORLD PANORAMA and TIME FOR THE MASTERS programs, showcasing innovative films from international directors in a non-competitive format.
Animafest Zagreb 2024, the prestigious World Festival of Animated Film, is set to present an impressive array of animated films as part of its WORLD PANORAMA and TIME FOR THE MASTERS programs, highlighting the festival's commitment to showcasing pioneering work in the field of animation.
WORLD PANORAMA features nineteen films selected for their originality and daring perspectives, providing attendees with a rich insight into current global animation trends. This non-competitive section includes notable entries such as "1976: Search for Life" by Tess Martin from the Netherlands, and "Kissing Day" by Ligebita Libera, a collaboration between Serbia and Chile. Each film in this program has been chosen for its unique narrative approach and artistic vision.
TIME FOR THE MASTERS, another non-competitive segment, honors influential animators whose works have significantly shaped the festival's landscape over the years. This year's lineup includes "Extremely Short" by Koji Yamamura, a collaborative piece between Japan and the United States, and "The Painting" by Michèle Lemieux, presented by the National Film Board of Canada. These films represent the latest efforts by renowned filmmakers, reflecting their ongoing influence and mastery in the animation industry.
The festival continues to be a significant platform for both emerging talent and established artists to display their latest works. With entries from a wide range of countries including China, Russia, Mexico, and Canada, Animafest Zagreb remains a key cultural event, drawing attention from all corners of the globe to the vibrant world of animation.
As Animafest Zagreb 2024 approaches, the festival is expected to attract a diverse audience, eager to experience the creative expressions that animation, as an art form, has to offer. Through its thoughtful curation of the WORLD PANORAMA and TIME FOR THE MASTERS programs, Animafest Zagreb not only celebrates the artistic achievements of individual animators but also contributes to the broader discussion of animation as a powerful medium for storytelling.
WORLD PANORAMA 2024
1976: Search for Life, Tess Martin (independent production / Netherlands / 2023)
Aquarium, Rune Callewaert (KASK / Belgium / 2023)
Circle of Life, Peter Millard (independent production / United Kingdom / 2023)
Ghost of the Dark Path, Fish Wang (Chimney Culture Co. Ltd. / Taiwan / 2023)
In Dreams, Josh Shaffner (independent production / United States / 2024)
Kissing Day, Ligebita Libera (Ligebita Libera / Serbia, Chile / 2024)
Margarethe 89, Lucas Malbrun (Eddy Production / France / 2023)
Maurice's Bar, Tzor Edery, Tom Prezman (Sacrebleu Productions / France, Israel / 2023)
My Very Own Footballer, Cheyenne Canaud-Wallays (Caïmans Productions / France / 2024)
Nun or Never!, Heta Jäälinoja (Böhle Studios / Finland / 2023)
Parakeets, Alex Rey (independent production / Spain / 2024)
Pariah, Daniel Bruson (Solstício Filmes / Brasil / 2023)
Sleepy, Igor Voloshin (Locomotive studio / Russia / 2023)
Smoke, Rita Basulto (Outik / Mexico / 2023)
Swimming, Saerom Seo (Meow Swarm Studio / South Korea / 2023)
The Car That Came Back from the Sea, Jadwiga Kowalska (Fuzzy Yesterdays - Jadwiga Kowalska Animation & Illustration / Switzerland / 2023)
Vegan Mayo, Luca Tóth (independent production / Hungary / 2024)
Volcelest, Éric Briche (Miyu Productions / France / 2024)
When I Fall Asleep, My Dream Comes, Liu Yi (independent production / China / 2024)
TIME FOR THE MASTERS 2024
Extremely Short, Koji Yamamura (Yamamura Animation / Japan, United States / 2024)
Glass House, Boris Labbé (Ensemble Cairn / France / 2024)
Hammer of the Witches, Ruth Lingford, Anna Makarova (independent production / United Kingdom, Germany, United States / 2024)
Horse Portrait, Witold Giersz (FUMI Studio / Poland / 2023)
Songmont, Xi Chen (independent production / China / 2023)
The Painting, Michèle Lemieux (National Film Board of Canada / Canada / 2024)
The Wolf, Theodore Ushev (Bravo Charlie / Canada / 2023)
TWENTYTИƎWT, Max Hattler (independent production / Hong Kong, Germany / 2023)