Here are the glorious key points sculpted like a virtuoso shaping a ball of pixel clay:
• Hungary just had its red carpet unrolled at the esteemed Annecy International Animation Film Festival, positioning it as the CGI belle of the ball, the Guest Country of the event.
• Here’s a drink, and another for your plus one: “Hungarian Animation 111”. It’s a heartening showcase of Hungarian animation, courting everyone trapped in the gravity of whip-smart moviemaking.
• Blink and you’ll miss it: Programme Short Film Showcase. Curated specifically for eyes that can appreciate a Kandinsky or a Picasso in a GIF.
Frames Flashing Faster Than A Flickering Light
A Hungarian Capture of the Annecy Animation Festival
Counting Frames, Counting Brilliance
Now for your golden nugget, your enlightening sip at the end of an exotic cocktail, hang on; here is my ‘hot take.’
Unfold the red carpet and blow the trumpets, because Hungary just waltzed into the esteemed ballroom of Annecy International Animation Film Festival as the VIP guest. This honor is as flashy as a Pixar lamp. As though this wasn’t charming enough, they’re appealing to every animation junkie out there with their spectacular “Hungarian Animation 111” showcase. And in a gesture smoother than a perfectly rendered Pixar tear, they’ve curated a Programme Short Film Showcase. So, take a break from your never-ending cycle of cat videos, and immerse yourself in a world where every frame is a masterpiece. Because it seems Hungary isn’t here to just animate—they’re here to take the world from 2D to 3D, while adding a dash of razzle-dazzle along the way.
This year, Hungary was shone in the spotlight as the Guest Country at the prestigious Annecy International Animation Film Festival. In honor of this significant event, we are excited to welcome animation fans to “Hungarian Animation 111”; a unique showcase of current Hungarian animation by rising artists.
Event Details
Bespoke Short Film Presentation – Organized by Friss Hús (Fresh Meat) Budapest International Film Festival
Immerse yourself in the lively domain of contemporary Hungarian animated short films! Partnering with the Oscars-qualifying Fresh Meat International Short Film Festival, we are delighted to present a series of works by emerging talents, who are rapidly influencing the evolution of Hungarian animation. This is a must-see for both adults and kids!
- Péter Vácz: “Dog Ear” | Duration: 20 mins
- Julia Tudisco: “Children of the Bird” | Duration: 12 mins
- Dominika Demeter: “Plum and Baga” | Duration: 10 mins
- Ervin B. Nagy: “Fledglings” | Duration: 8 mins
Panel Dialogue – Frame by Frame: The Rising Scope of Hungarian Animation
Anna Ida OROSZ, animation know-how at the National Film Archive of Hungary
Meet Anna Ida Orosz, a reputable film historian and animation specialist at the National Film Institute’s Film Archive. She also serves as a lecturer of the Animation programme at the Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design and curated Hungary’s programme at Annecy.
Jez STEWART, animation overseer at the British Film Institute
Sharing his insights will be Jez Stewart, the curator of animation collection at the BFI National Archive. An acknowledged speaker and a published author in his field, his career has spanned across Beijing, New York, Europe and the UK.
Lydia REID, acclaimed animator, responsible for “Children of the Bird”
Lydia Reid is a London-based animator known for her compelling storytelling and awarded animation work. Graduating with a First Class Degree in Illustration Animation from Kingston University, her style is spontaneous, vivacious, and whimsical.
Finale Film: “Pelikan Blue” (2024)
We conclude the night with a special screening of László Csáki’s celebrated film, “Pelikan Blue”. This gripping tale follows the journey of three young Hungarians who embark on a risky adventure West with counterfeit train tickets. As they get entangled in the sinister world of black-market ventures, the law closes in on them.
The entire programme will last for approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/events/event/hungarian-animation-111-frame-by-frame/