### Here are the Bonbons from the realm of 3D Animation:
– International short films and feature screenings are on the plate of the 13th edition of “Prime the Animation!”.
– It’s not just about the visuals, but 7 awards are up for grabs thanks to the talents of animators from around the globe.
– There are talks, pitches, and portfolio reviews on the lineup, because what’s an animation festival without a good ol’ professional chit-chat?
– Professionals such as Elena Gobernado, María Pulido, Rebeca Núñez, JuanMa Laguna, Alex Mouron, and Juan Carlos Concha are participating, so brace yourself for some serious knowledge bombs.
– Everything kicks off from October 21 to 25, 2025, in Valencia, a place ready to be decorated with virtual creativity.
– The theme of the festival is “Memories”, promising a nostalgia-infused adventure.
# Hot Take!
In a parade of pixels and polygons, “Prime the Animation!” is back – not just for the 13th, but for a blast-from-the-past themed spectacle! With the crème de la crème of the industry joining the jamboree, October nights in Valencia are set to sizzle hotter than a ray-traced render on a low-spec machine. Roll out the red carpet for a cavalcade of international short films and jaw-dropping pitches fintessing their way to a grand total of seven awards! Networks will be built, portfolios Facehugger-leveled, and proverbial mic-drops galore. “Memories” as a theme? A pinch of nostalgia in the pixellated pot of creative gusto – delightful! Buckle up, animation aficionados, your Disneyland’s located in the autumnal heart of Valencia this year!
Indulge in International Short Films, Network with Professionals and Learn from Selected Experts in an International Animation Festival
Featuring: Elena Gobernado, María Pulido, Rebeca Núñez, JuanMa Laguna, Alex Mouron, and Juan Carlos Concha (pitch advisor).
Join us from October 21 to 25, 2025, as Valencia becomes the heart of animation with the 13th edition of Prime the Animation: The International Talent Hunt in Animated Film. Base theme of the year is “Memories”. Meet the creator of the festival’s visual identity, Alex Mouron, the champion of the last edition.
The festival kickstarts on October 21 at the Filmoteca Valenciana with a special screening of a French animated tale Linda Wants Chicken.
Meet Our Esteemed Jury
The jury comprises recognized professionals:
- Alex Mouron, last year’s champion.
- María Pulido, an art director with broad experience.
- Elena Gobernado, highly skilled screenwriter.
Exciting Awards Up for Grabs
Short films will compete for these prizes:
- Best International Short Film: Trophy and €1,300, sponsored by Fundación Cañada Blanch.
- Outstanding Experimental Short Film: Trophy and Dragonframe license.
- Best National Short Film (Filmin Award): Annual Filmin subscription and a professional animation/design software license.
- Audience Favorite: Trophy and 3-month professional software license.
- Best Project Diploma (2 projects): Diploma and professional accreditation for MIFA (Annecy, France).
- Gifafío Diploma (UPV Animation Club): Diploma and club kit.
- Best Competing Short’s Poster: Award granted by the UPV Master’s in Design and Illustration.
Enjoy the animated bumpers created by national schools at the closing ceremony on October 26 at 20:15 at the Filmoteca Valenciana.
Exclusive Selection Screenings
The competing short films will be screened at the Faculty of Fine Arts Auditorium (UPV) on October 22, 23, and 24. Each session lasts about 50 minutes and includes interesting talks with industry professionals.
Insightful Professional Talks
Music Composition for Animated Shorts, Crafting PTA!13 Animation, Animating Overseas, Art Direction in Animation Projects.
Portfolio Reviews & RED FAN Screening
Connect one-on-one at open call meetings on October 23, followed by networking over drinks and end the day with a screening of animated shorts from the RED FAN network.
Pitchfest
Witness the pitch of six selected projects (out of 28) to industry professionals on October 25 at the CaixaForum Valencia Auditorium. Two winners will receive professional accreditation for MIFA (Annecy, France).
Venues & Ticket Information
Experience the festival at UPV Faculty of Fine Arts, Filmoteca IVC, CaixaForum Auditorium, and Centro Cultural Excorchador. Avail free access at UPV and Excorchador (based on capacity). Purchase tickets for Filmoteca and CaixaForum screenings online or at the box office.
Nurture Your Talent at Our Festival
Prime the Animation! is more than a festival. It is a launchpad for emerging creators, showcasing works from countries across the globe. Experience the vibrancy and creativity from 28 nations at this inspiring festival.
Organizers: Universitat Politècnica de València and the UPV Vice-Rectorate for Art, Science, Technology and Society, in association with Fundación Cañada Blanch, Filmoteca Valenciana IVC, Faculty of Fine Arts, Drawing Department, UPV Master in Animation, CaixaForum Valencia, Generación Espontánea, Digital Divide and Functional Diversity Chair, and Centro Cultural Excorchador (Valencia City Council).
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/prime-the-animation-celebrates-its-13th-edition-under-the-theme-memories/