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After the guitars have fallen silent, a rocker’s return back home from a concert becomes a weird trip. The line between what was, what will be and what may have never happened is growing blurry. This grotesque journey through the hazy (non-)reality benefits from the skilfully built atmosphere of shady gas stations and bars, connected by a somewhat sinister deer.
A shadow knight explores an interdimensional palace while being chased by the roots of an ever-growing rose. The video, which may have been inspired by the fairy tale of Sleeping Beauty, combines two layers when a colourful fairy tale turns into a dark abstract story that evokes the tentacles of fear.
A short and captivating non-narrative animation be Polish filmmaker Konrad Ożgo.
This black-and-white music video visualises a stream of consciousness in which the director transforms structures from broken asphalt, lichen and glass fibre concrete. He combines these materials with illustrations from his old textbooks and encyclopaedias which are similar to shamanic drawings. From this dark and surreal tangle, a head emerges – a photograph of Edgar Allan Poe.
A humorous claymation story satirizing the obsession with cosmetic enhancements and social-media beauty standards while celebrating natural beauty.
Official music video for Think About It from Bratz.
A heavy snowfall transforms Brambly Hedge into a winter wonderland.
Charming stop-motion short by Taiwanese animator milin woolfelt which follows adorable felt characters as they busily prepare their cozy home for Christmas.
The Exploded Girl, a 30-year-old woman literally blows up , sometimes seven times a day. A surreal, intimate, and deeply political short film by Caroline Poggi & Jonathan Vinel, selected at Annecy Festival in the Official Competition. In the first episode of Chill(s) — our new series dedicated to genre films — the duo reflects on loneliness, virtual worlds, and the structural violence that seeps into everyday life. Written during lockdown, the film grew in resonance with the latest traumatising news and images from Gaza, and asks what happens when that violence becomes internal. Premiered at Locarno Festival and chosen as the European Film Awards candidate for Best Short Film.
An in-depth look at the making of the film, from the very first sketches to final photography. This was originally produced in 2007 as a gallery for the out-of-print EVERYTHING WILL BE OK short film DVD and has been reformatted here as a slideshow. Don't forget to use the pause button whenever you need a little more time!
This video serves as beginner’s guide to the world of Polish animation. Filmmakers discussed include Władysław Nehrebecki, Jan Lenica, Walerian Borowczyk, Zbigniew Rybczyński, and Marta Pajek.
An in-depth look at the making of the film, from the very first sketches to final photography. This was originally produced in 2007 as a gallery for the out-of-print EVERYTHING WILL BE OK short film DVD and has been reformatted here as a slideshow. Don't forget to use the pause button whenever you need a little more time!
Rotoscopy is experiencing a renaissance, especially in adult animation and art-house projects. This session explores what rotoscopy truly is (and isn't), tracing its artistic roots and resurgence. Using insights from "The Peasants", "Rock Bottom", and "Children on Fire", the speaker shares when rotoscopy becomes the right artistic and production choice. Olga Zhurzhenko (BreakThru Films) Ukrainian producer, first feature THE TRUMPETER (2014). Cooperates with BreakThru Films on The Peasants, opened animation studio in Kyiv for them. Member of Producers Guild of America, European Film Academy and Ukrainian Film Academy. More information and lectures at: https://www.ceeanimation.eu https://www.ceeanimation.eu/experience/cee-animation-experience/ https://www.facebook.com/ceeanimation/ CEE Animation Experience is a series of webinars organized in cooperation with selected partners in the CEE region. This activity targets animation industry professionals, who will gain new insights as shared by top regional and world experts and get a rewarding experience of film production directly.
Unreal Engine has become one of the most powerful tools transforming animation, game development, and virtual production. This session provides a hands-on introduction to Unreal as a creative environment, demonstrating how real-time tools are reshaping the animation workflow and bridging the gap between film and interactive media. Déri Miklós (DIGIC Pictures) Senior 3D generalist and concept artist with 20 years of design and 3D experience. Over the past 10 years worked in the film industry as concept and VFX artist. Currently at DIGIC Pictures (Hungary), a multi-award-winning animation studio. More information and lectures at: https://www.ceeanimation.eu https://www.ceeanimation.eu/experience/cee-animation-experience/ https://www.facebook.com/ceeanimation/ CEE Animation Experience is a series of webinars organized in cooperation with selected partners in the CEE region. This activity targets animation industry professionals, who will gain new insights as shared by top regional and world experts and get a rewarding experience of film production directly.
Step into the metaverse with the BBC! Discover how we boldly entered Roblox and connected with a whole new generation. This session unveils the creative journey behind bringing our most iconic brands to life in a virtual world, the challenges we faced in engaging young audiences – and the innovative ways we overcame them. If you're curious about how legacy media can thrive in digital playgrounds, this is a story you won't want to miss. Elizabeth Mathieson (BBC Children's) Leading the digital development team, focusing on the future thinking, strategic direction and development for BBC Children's, as well as leading the games content production team and apps product development for CBeebies and CBBC, including the CBeebies Playtime Island, Go Explore, Get Creative and Storytime apps. More information and lectures at: https://www.ceeanimation.eu https://www.ceeanimation.eu/experience/cee-animation-experience/ https://www.facebook.com/ceeanimation/ CEE Animation Experience is a series of webinars organized in cooperation with selected partners in the CEE region. This activity targets animation industry professionals, who will gain new insights as shared by top regional and world experts and get a rewarding experience of film production directly.
A data engineer rushes through life, believing multitasking saves time—but it only creates chaos. Despite his strict control over time, nothing gets done: his home is a mess, work overflows, and breakfast is always burnt. He discovers joy in life only when time breaks apart.
*Beurk!* hits theaters on February 5. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the film right now!
Hungarian producer Ádám Felszeghy will take us behind the scenes of the animated documentary Pelikan Blue (2023). He will share insights into its development, production process, and the challenges the team faced. The masterclass will explore the creative and technical solutions used, from animatic to final post-production, revealing how the film evolved from concept to completion. Ádám Felszeghy (ULab) Hungarian producer at ULab (powered by Umbrella). Produces feature films, documentaries, shorts and animation. Barbara Sigmundová Slovak co-host and moderator for CEE Animation Experience. More information and lectures at: https://www.ceeanimation.eu https://www.ceeanimation.eu/experience/cee-animation-experience/ https://www.facebook.com/ceeanimation/ CEE Animation Experience is a series of webinars organized in cooperation with selected partners in the CEE region. This activity targets animation industry professionals, who will gain new insights as shared by top regional and world experts and get a rewarding experience of film production directly.
This webinar examines how animated films can be curated for young audiences through pedagogical exhibition, school-oriented distribution, and structured educational activities. They explore how guided tours, moderated screenings, contextual discussions, and creative workshops can enrich learning and deepen children's engagement with animation. Lucija Smodiš (StopTrik IFF) Curator and producer in contemporary art and animation. Initiator, programme collaborator and producer of StopTrik International Film Festival (Maribor/Lodz). Program director of GuestRoomMaribor residency (2014–2024). At DSAF establishing international artist-in-residency programme for animators. Petra Gajžler Film pedagogue, curator and distribution manager. Coordinates school screenings and develops educational materials for animated films. More information and lectures at: https://www.ceeanimation.eu https://www.ceeanimation.eu/experience/cee-animation-experience/ https://www.facebook.com/ceeanimation/ CEE Animation Experience is a series of webinars organized in cooperation with selected partners in the CEE region. This activity targets animation industry professionals, who will gain new insights as shared by top regional and world experts and get a rewarding experience of film production directly.
An official spot for the 18th International Animation Festival 𝑭𝒆𝒔𝒕 𝑨𝒏𝒄̌𝒂, which took place from 26th to 29th June 2025 in Žilina, Slovakia.