The 23rd Animated Cinema Festival in Occitanie: A Celebration of Creativity
From October 11 to 31, France will live to the rhythm of the 23rd Animated Cinema Festival, orchestrated by the French Animated Cinema Association (AFCA). This event aims to highlight the richness and diversity of animated cinema. In Occitanie, ESMA, École Supérieure des Métiers Artistiques, joins the party with a special program at the Montpellier creative campus.
Screening of “Ninja Turtle: Teenage Years” and ESMA Short Films
On Tuesday October 16 at 6:30 p.m., ESMA invites the public to an exceptional evening dedicated to animation. The screening of the film Ninja Turtle : Teenage Years will be preceded by the broadcast of three short films made by the school’s students. These works, imbued with creativity and emotion, illustrate the know-how of the young talents trained at ESMA.
The movie Ninja Turtle : Teenage Years tells the story of the famous Ninja Turtles seeking acceptance in New York while facing an army of mutants threatening the city. With a worldwide success of $94.2 million, this work promises to be a must-see for animation fans.
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A Dive into the Creative Process
The evening will begin with a conference on the main stages of creating an animated film. Participants will discover the secrets of the technical and artistic processes that bring 3D animated films to life. This immersion will be followed by an exclusive exhibition revealing the key stages of making an animated film at ESMA.
Participation in this event is free upon registration. Interested parties can register online to guarantee their place at this unique evening.
ESMA: A Key Player in Animation
For more than 30 years, ESMA has trained passionate students in the fields of 3D animation, special effects, graphic design and video games. Recognized for the quality of its four-year 3D animation & special effects Professional Cycle, the school has a 92% professional integration rate six months after graduation.
With campuses in Montpellier, Toulouse, Lyon, Nantes, Montreal, Bordeaux and Rennes, ESMA is a pillar of the “French Touch of animation”. Its graduates work in the world’s largest studios, such as Disney, Illumination, MPC, Framestore, ILM and Ubisoft.
The 23rd Animated Cinema Festival is a unique opportunity to discover and celebrate animation in all its forms. By participating in this event, the public will not only be able to appreciate high-quality works but also understand the challenges and innovations that drive this booming sector.
