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Yasuhiro Aoki’s ‘ChaO’ Captivates Jury at Annecy Animation Festival with Enchanting Mermaid Romance

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Paris – Japanese filmmaker Yasuhiro Aoki’s animated feature “ChaO” clinched the Jury Award at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in southeastern France over the weekend. The film presents a unique narrative set in a futuristic world where humans and mermaids live alongside each other. It follows the romantic journey between an office worker and a mermaid princess, exploring themes of love and coexistence. The voice of the office worker is performed by Ouji Suzuka, while Anna Yamada lends her voice to the mermaid princess. “ChaO” is slated for theatrical release in Japan this August, … Read more

ChaO Anime Film Captivates at Annecy, Snags Prestigious Jury Award

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Annecy, France—The animated film “ChaO” has achieved significant recognition by winning the Jury Award at the prestigious Annecy International Animation Film Festival. This event is well-known for spotlighting innovative animated works from around the globe, making the accolade a notable milestone for the film’s creators. “ChaO” is celebrated for its unique storytelling and visual artistry, which resonate with audiences and critics alike. Filmmakers and industry experts have lauded the film for its fresh narrative approach and emotional depth, setting it apart from conventional offerings in the animation genre. The Annecy Festival, held annually, brings together … Read more

“ChaO” Captivates Annecy: Studio 4°C’s Anime Romantic Comedy Takes Home Jury Prize at International Animation Festival

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Annecy, France — The animated film ChaO, directed by Yasuhiro Aoki and produced by Studio 4°C, clinched the Jury Prize at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival on Saturday. This year’s festival highlighted a diverse array of global animation, with other notable award recipients including Dandelion’s Odyssey, a French-Belgian production directed by Momoko Seto, which was honored with the Paul Grimault Award. ChaO revolves around a unique tale set in a futuristic world where humans and mermaids navigate their lives side by side. The film follows Stephan, portrayed by Ōji Suzuka, a straightforward office worker … Read more

Trial for Kouri Richins Delayed to 2026 Amid Appeal Request, New Jury Selection Process Set

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Kamas, Utah — A decision to appeal in Kouri Richins’ murder case has pushed her trial dates back by 10 months, with jury selection now set for February 10, 2026. Following a virtual hearing on Friday, the trial is slated to begin on February 23, 2026. The timeline change comes after Richins’ legal team expressed a desire to contest a ruling that limited jury selection to residents of Summit County. The court denied requests to include jurors from Salt Lake County, prompting the delay in the previously scheduled April trial. Richins, a mother and real … Read more