ANNECY FESTIVAL

Six Decades Of Recognition

After more than 60 years of Festival and close to 35 years of MIFA India’s top animation and VFX professionals and business leaders have applauded the initiatives taken through the Annecy Film Festival

For six decades this iconic event has captivated audiences and shaped the world of animation. From pioneering techniques to groundbreaking storytelling, the festival has influenced countless artists sparking creativity and pushing the boundaries of the medium. Here’s to 60 more years of animated brilliance.

CEO at Toonz Media Group

Warmest congratulations to Annecy Film Festival on reaching a remarkable milestone. It brings me great joy to extend my heartfelt appreciation for six decades of promoting the art of animation in all its glorious forms.

The longevity of the Annecy Film Festival is a testament to the passion, commitment, and unwavering pursuit of excellence by the organizers, jury members, filmmakers, and animation enthusiast who have contributed to its success over the years.

May it continue to be a shining example of artistic brilliance, innovation, and celebration of the most wonderful art of animation.

Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer, Paperboat

I take this opportunity to congratulate all the team members who built the legacy of Annecy culture over the past 60 years. With a dedicated focus on Animation - the Annecy festival has held the spirit of Animation designers & creators high. It’s one great amalgamation of all styles & designs of Animation story telling from all over the world at Annecy year on year - resulting into the evolving global animation culture. Jai ho.

ASHISH S K, Chairman, FICCI AVGC-XR FORUM & Founder Punnaryug Artvision Pvt Ltd

Creative breakthroughs are experiential. They come from the heart and soul of the artist’s journey! Annecy is representative of that destination where artists and producers find their North Star! Year after year, through thought and action, they discover the unfolding, cutting-edge which decodes the ‘multi layered’ intricacies of what animation does to advance the art and the science of storytelling. I come here to immersive myself in what’s breaking new and captivating and to get inspired by global creatives (often students) who shine under the spotlight of this pinnacle of competitions, screenings and markets in our craft. This year is my 22nd pilgrimage to this magnificent festival. Savouring the moment and complimenting the CITIA crew.

Biren Ghose

Country Head of Technicolor India and Vice Chairman of CII National Committee on Media & Entertainment

Annecy was my first animation festival and hence it will always be special. My best memories from Annecy are watching some amazing animation films on the giant screen by the lake with beer and friends from around the world. Goosebumps! It’s an unbeatable experience. It’s hard to believe Annecy has completed six decades, it still manages to retain its fresh teen spirit. I love to attend Annecy as it always recharges my creative force. It truly celebrates the art of animation and am sure it will continue to inspire next generations of animators. Annecy pour toujours !

Munjal Shroff

Director & COO Graphiti

It is events like Annecy which show us how to live animated and not animatronic. As Annecy crosses six decades, we remember the several years of creative exposition, of bringing the Animation world together, and of celebrating generations of genius creators from across the world. And we wish that may this effort continue long… And forever!

Chaitanya Chinchlikar

Vice President & Business Head

The festival has been a great platform for us and the animation industry, bringing together animators, creators, and enthusiasts from around the world to celebrate the art and craft of animation.Annecy festival has helped us source diverse range of themes and narratives, exploring the limitless potential of animation as a storytelling medium.

MANOJ MISHRA

Chief Executive Officer Powerkids Entertainment

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Officer & Head of Emerging Media Whistling Woods International

The Annecy Film Festival has been a mesmerizing celebration of animation for 60 decades. This prestigious event continues to captivate audiences with its extraordinary showcase of artistic talent and innovation. From its humble beginnings to its global recognition, Annecy remains a beacon of inspiration, fostering creativity and pushing the boundaries of storytelling in the world of animation.

MIKE (MADHAVA REDDY) YATHAM

Founder-CEO Rotomaker General Secretary, TELANGANA VFX ANIMATION AND GAMING ASSOCIATION (TVAGA)

THE SUCCESS OF MIGHTY LITTLE BHEEM AND OTHER INDIAN IPS GLOBALLY HAS PROVEN THE MPORTANCE OF REGION AGNOSTIC CONTENT AND THE CALIBER OF HOME GROWN IPS. I BELIEVE THIS IS THE RIGHT TIME TO MOVE FORWARD AND TAKE OUR RIGHTFUL PLACE IN THE GLOBAL ANIMATION INDUSTRY