An animated TV series based on children’s fantasy book series Warrior Cats has been greenlit following a previous development agreement between the Coolabi Group and Tencent Video. ... See MoreSee Less
An animated TV series based on the cherished, long-running children’s fantasy book series Warrior Cats has been greenlit following a previous development
The line-up is here! 66 animated TV series and TV specials selected for Cartoon Forum 2026 from 111 submissions across Europe.
Representing 19 countries and 26 international co-productions, this year's selection showcases the creativity, diversity and collaborative spirit driving European animation forward.[CARTOON FORUM 2026] The line-up is here! 🤩 We're excited to unveil the 66 animated TV series and TV specials selected for Cartoon Forum 2026 from 111 submissions across Europe. 📺
Representing 19 countries and 26 international co-productions, this year's selection showcases the creativity, diversity and collaborative spirit driving European animation forward.
Join us in Toulouse from 14 to 17 September to discover the next wave of animated TV projects! 😊
"In a world that is evolving very much into groups fearing other groups, it was important from a kid's perspective to tell that story... Along the way of telling that story, unfortunately, the world got worse, so I think it's more relevant now than when I bought the book."
We spoke with Marc du Pontavice and Olivier Clert about adapting Michael Morpurgo's Listen to the Moon.
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BAM | Bristol Animation Meetup returns next week for our summer edition! Local established animators, newcomers, students and enthusiasts are all welcome to come along and catch up. Slots are also available (but limited) for 15-minute advice sessions from local professionals - sign up early to avoid disappointment! ... See MoreSee Less
Brazil’s leading animation festival has announced the launch of ANIMAGE Conecta, a new international market for animation professionals, alongside its first-ever Feature Film Competition.
Taking place in Recife from 20–29 November, the expanded 10-day event will feature screenings, workshops, pitch sessions, networking opportunities and more.
Submissions for short and feature films are now open and free to enter until 30 June. ... See MoreSee Less
ANIMAGE International Animation Festival of Pernambuco will hold its largest edition to date in 2026. From November 20 to 29, the event will celebrate its
The first-ever feature film based on the preschool series, Kiri and Lou Go Raaa!, will make its world premiere at the 2026 Festival international du film d'animation d'Annecy.
Produced by New Zealand's Stretchy and distributed internationally by CAKE, the stop-motion feature follows Kiri and Lou on their biggest adventure yet, featuring the voices of Jemaine Clement and Olivia Tennet.
The film will screen at Annecy this month with a Q&A featuring the cast and creative team following its premiere.
skwigly.co.uk/kiri-and-lous-big-screen-debut/ ... See MoreSee Less
Back in 2024, Lucy Lost was one of our favourite projects at Cartoon Movie. Two years later, the finished film has screened at Cannes and is heading to Annecy this month.
Adapted from Michael Morpurgo's 'Listen to the Moon', Lucy Lost follows a mysterious girl who washes up on the English coast, forcing a local community to confront questions of identity, belonging and fear of the unknown.
We caught up with director Olivier Clert and Xilam founder Marc du Pontavice to discuss the adaptation, its visual inspirations and the themes at the heart of the film.
In 2024, Lucy Lost was named as one of our favourite pitches from Cartoon Movie. In 2026, the film is complete, playing at both Cannes this past month,
Netflix have released an official trailer for the upcoming stop-motion fantasy feature film I Am Frankelda, a historic milestone as Mexico’s first-ever feature-length stop-motion production. ... See MoreSee Less
Netflix have released an official trailer for the upcoming stop-motion fantasy feature film I Am Frankelda, a historic milestone as Mexico’s first-ever
ANIMASYROS International Animation Festival has opened submissions for its 2026 Agora Pitching Forum, with animation creators from the Mediterranean and Balkan regions invited to submit projects until 1 July.
Taking place during the festival's 19th edition this September on the Greek island of Syros, the Agora programme will feature pitching workshops, masterclasses, networking opportunities and guest speakers including Joanna Quinn.
Before Wallace & Gromit and Chicken Run, there was Sweet Disaster.
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Channel 4's Sweet Disaster, a 1986 anthology of animated shorts exploring visions of the apocalypse.
Rarely seen since its original broadcast, Sweet Disaster returns to the big screen as part of Aardman's 50th anniversary celebrations, and will feature a special Q&A with Aardman co-founders David Sproxton and Peter Lord, reflecting on the film, its era, and Aardman's legacy. ... See MoreSee Less
Join Aardman’s co-founders David Sproxton and Peter Lord for a rare 40th anniversary screening of Channel 4’s 1986 cult animated shorts programme Sweet
Today, WIA, the global advocacy organization championing equity for women and people of underrepresented gender identities in animation, gaming and VFX
A line producer with the NFB's French Animation Unit since 2022, Boudreau Blanchard will now have the opportunity to engage with emerging talents and champion powerful creative visions that have the potential to reshape French-language animation storytelling in Canada’s filmmaking landscape. ... See MoreSee Less
An animated TV series based on children’s fantasy book series Warrior Cats has been greenlit following a previous development agreement between the Coolabi Group and Tencent Video. ... See MoreSee Less
Coolabi and Tencent Video greenlight production on 'Warrior Cats' animated TV series - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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An animated TV series based on the cherished, long-running children’s fantasy book series Warrior Cats has been greenlit following a previous development0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The line-up is here! 66 animated TV series and TV specials selected for Cartoon Forum 2026 from 111 submissions across Europe.
Representing 19 countries and 26 international co-productions, this year's selection showcases the creativity, diversity and collaborative spirit driving European animation forward.[CARTOON FORUM 2026]
The line-up is here! 🤩 We're excited to unveil the 66 animated TV series and TV specials selected for Cartoon Forum 2026 from 111 submissions across Europe. 📺
Representing 19 countries and 26 international co-productions, this year's selection showcases the creativity, diversity and collaborative spirit driving European animation forward.
Join us in Toulouse from 14 to 17 September to discover the next wave of animated TV projects! 😊
🎬 Discover the projects: www.cartoon-media.eu/forum/projects/discover-the-projects?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&u...
🎟️ Register now: www.cartoon-media.eu/forum/register-to-event?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=f...
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"In a world that is evolving very much into groups fearing other groups, it was important from a kid's perspective to tell that story... Along the way of telling that story, unfortunately, the world got worse, so I think it's more relevant now than when I bought the book."
We spoke with Marc du Pontavice and Olivier Clert about adapting Michael Morpurgo's Listen to the Moon.
skwigly.co.uk/lucy-lost-marc-du-pontavice-olivier-clert/ ... See MoreSee Less
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BAM | Bristol Animation Meetup returns next week for our summer edition!
Local established animators, newcomers, students and enthusiasts are all welcome to come along and catch up.
Slots are also available (but limited) for 15-minute advice sessions from local professionals - sign up early to avoid disappointment! ... See MoreSee Less
BAM | Bristol Animation Meetup | Summer 2026 - Animation Event
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As we’re stepping into warmer weather, the next Bristol Animation Meetup (BAM) is within reach! ☀️ BAM are excited to share that we’ll be back at the0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Brazil’s leading animation festival has announced the launch of ANIMAGE Conecta, a new international market for animation professionals, alongside its first-ever Feature Film Competition.
Taking place in Recife from 20–29 November, the expanded 10-day event will feature screenings, workshops, pitch sessions, networking opportunities and more.
Submissions for short and feature films are now open and free to enter until 30 June. ... See MoreSee Less
ANIMAGE, Brazil’s Leading Animation Festival, to Host International Market in November - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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ANIMAGE International Animation Festival of Pernambuco will hold its largest edition to date in 2026. From November 20 to 29, the event will celebrate its0 CommentsComment on Facebook
The first-ever feature film based on the preschool series, Kiri and Lou Go Raaa!, will make its world premiere at the 2026 Festival international du film d'animation d'Annecy.
Produced by New Zealand's Stretchy and distributed internationally by CAKE, the stop-motion feature follows Kiri and Lou on their biggest adventure yet, featuring the voices of Jemaine Clement and Olivia Tennet.
The film will screen at Annecy this month with a Q&A featuring the cast and creative team following its premiere.
skwigly.co.uk/kiri-and-lous-big-screen-debut/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Back in 2024, Lucy Lost was one of our favourite projects at Cartoon Movie. Two years later, the finished film has screened at Cannes and is heading to Annecy this month.
Adapted from Michael Morpurgo's 'Listen to the Moon', Lucy Lost follows a mysterious girl who washes up on the English coast, forcing a local community to confront questions of identity, belonging and fear of the unknown.
We caught up with director Olivier Clert and Xilam founder Marc du Pontavice to discuss the adaptation, its visual inspirations and the themes at the heart of the film.
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Marc du Pontavice & Olivier Clert on 'Lucy Lost' | Adapting Michael Morpurgo's Listen to the Moon for the Screen - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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In 2024, Lucy Lost was named as one of our favourite pitches from Cartoon Movie. In 2026, the film is complete, playing at both Cannes this past month,0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Netflix have released an official trailer for the upcoming stop-motion fantasy feature film I Am Frankelda, a historic milestone as Mexico’s first-ever feature-length stop-motion production. ... See MoreSee Less
Trailer and key art released for Netflix’s ‘I Am Frankelda’ - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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Netflix have released an official trailer for the upcoming stop-motion fantasy feature film I Am Frankelda, a historic milestone as Mexico’s first-ever2 CommentsComment on Facebook
ANIMASYROS International Animation Festival has opened submissions for its 2026 Agora Pitching Forum, with animation creators from the Mediterranean and Balkan regions invited to submit projects until 1 July.
Taking place during the festival's 19th edition this September on the Greek island of Syros, the Agora programme will feature pitching workshops, masterclasses, networking opportunities and guest speakers including Joanna Quinn.
Find out more and apply now.
www.skwigly.co.uk/animasyros-2026-agora-call-for-submissions/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Before Wallace & Gromit and Chicken Run, there was Sweet Disaster.
This year marks the 40th anniversary of Channel 4's Sweet Disaster, a 1986 anthology of animated shorts exploring visions of the apocalypse.
Rarely seen since its original broadcast, Sweet Disaster returns to the big screen as part of Aardman's 50th anniversary celebrations, and will feature a special Q&A with Aardman co-founders David Sproxton and Peter Lord, reflecting on the film, its era, and Aardman's legacy. ... See MoreSee Less
Sweet Disaster (part of 50 Years of Aardman) - Animation Event
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Join Aardman’s co-founders David Sproxton and Peter Lord for a rare 40th anniversary screening of Channel 4’s 1986 cult animated shorts programme Sweet0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Women in Animation have announced that ESMA Ecole Supérieure des Métiers Artistiques has joined in supporting their mission by becoming a Leadership Global Fund Sponsor. ... See MoreSee Less
WIA welcomes ESMA as latest educational partner - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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A line producer with the NFB's French Animation Unit since 2022, Boudreau Blanchard will now have the opportunity to engage with emerging talents and champion powerful creative visions that have the potential to reshape French-language animation storytelling in Canada’s filmmaking landscape. ... See MoreSee Less
Mélanie Boudreau Blanchard appointed Producer with the NFB’s French Animation Unit - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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Christine Noël, the Executive Producer of the NFB’s English and French Animation Units, has announced the appointment of Mélanie Boudreau Blanchard as0 CommentsComment on Facebook