Animated

Indian Animated Film ‘Desi Oon’ Triumphs at Annecy, Captivating Audiences Worldwide

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Annecy, France — The Indian animated film “Desi Oon” has captured the Jury Prize at the prestigious Annecy International Animation Film Festival, marking a significant achievement for the country’s burgeoning animation industry. This honor places “Desi Oon” on a global platform, highlighting the creativity and storytelling potential that Indian artists are contributing to the world of animation. The festival, renowned for celebrating excellence in animated cinema, featured a diverse array of films, but “Desi Oon” stood out for its innovative approach and compelling narrative. This recognition not only underscores the film’s quality but also brings … Read more

Ugo Bienvenu’s Arco Shines Bright at Annecy Animated Film Festival, Claiming Top Honors

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Annecy, France — The 44th Annecy Animated Film Festival concluded with notable accolades, highlighting bold storytelling and creative animation. Ugo Bienvenu’s debut feature, Arco, captured the Crystal for Best Feature Film, while Little Amélie and the Character of Rain, directed by Maïlys Vallade and Liane-Cho Han, won the Audience Award. The festival saw a record attendance of 18,200 accredited participants from 118 countries, showcasing the growing interest in animated cinema. The jury, comprising Sepideh Farsi, György Ráduly, and Pablo Picco, awarded the coveted Best Feature Film Crystal to Bienvenu for Arco, which had premiered as … Read more

Oscar Hopefuls Shine at the 34th Aspen Shortsfest with Cultural Diversity and Animated Elegance

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ASPEN, Colo. — This past Saturday marked a significant milestone for Aspen Film as they announced the winners of the 34th annual Aspen Shortsfest, an event recognized as one of only five Oscar-qualifying festivals in the United States that exclusively honors short films. The festival showcased a diverse array of 68 short films from over 29 countries, including 11 world premieres, spanning 10 thematically varied programs. The Shortsfest Competition Jury, tasked with evaluating entries across six categories—Animation, Comedy, Documentary, Drama, Short Short (films of 10 minutes or under), and Student Short—bestowed awards with most categories … Read more

Ohio Launches Animated Video Series in Haitian Creole to Boost Road Safety Awareness

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — In a bid to increase road safety awareness, the Ohio Department of Public Safety launched a new animated video series on Friday targeted at the Haitian community in Springfield, featuring content in Haitian Creole. The initiative is part of a broader effort to educate residents on state driving regulations and foster safer interactions between drivers and law enforcement. Governor Mike DeWine has emphasized the role of these educational tools in helping the Haitian community better navigate Ohio’s roads. The project, which includes a series of animated videos, will educate viewers about key … Read more