Animation is a great communication medium, and, although already over one hundred years old, it isn’t showing any signs of wrinkles! On the contrary, over the years animation has proved how up to date it really is. Whether using traditional or innovating techniques or coming from countries with modest means or those with state-of-the-art resources, this incredible field of expression keeps on going through the inspiration of animators from all backgrounds.
The International Animation Film Festival has been taking place in Annecy for almost 50 years and became an annual event in 1998. It is a must-visit for international creative artists, producers, broadcasters, financers, teachers and assistance tool makers from over fifty countries to exchange ideas and find the ideal working partnership.
The event pays tribute to this talent by showing off creative work to visiting professionals and animation fans. Out of some 2,000 films received, around 250 are chosen for the competition’s official selection and screened throughout the week alongside programmes of films on a diverse range of subjects. 2010 marks Annecy’s 50th anniversary and gives the perfect occasion to see or see again remarkable films from animation Masters or young talents, gathered together in positive artistic harmony.
It gives us great pleasure to associate with ReAnimania with this programme that shows off the first years of the Annecy Festival, and illustrates the great variety and imagination that can be found in animated films.
I wish everyone an enjoyable moment and much luck to the festival.

Tiziana Loschi
Annecy Festival Managing Director

The Annecy International Animation Film Festival and MIFA (International Animation Film Market) is organized by CITIA (City of Moving Images) and takes place each year during the first two weeks of June in Annecy, France.
It is wholly dedicated to animation and is the biggest and most recognized event of its kind in the world, often being referred to as the “Cannes” of animation.
Today, the Annecy Festival has reached the mature age of 49 and exerts its influence on a local, regional and international level. Annecy has been showcasing the very best in animation for over 45 years, making it the industry’s leading international competitive festival. The Festival will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2010!
ReAnimania is proud to have the Annecy International Animation Film Festival as a Partner.