The Rundown on the CEE Animation Forum 2024 Lineup
– CEE Animation Forum, the animation juggernaut, is buzzing ahead of its 12th edition – because sure, who doesn’t love shiny new announcements?
– The event will “break the ground” in Pilsen, Czech Republic, on November 12-13. Brace yourselves! Seriously, earmark that hilarious cat video for later.
– The lineup features 31 projects faster than you can say “Wall-E”. Yeah, they’re that zealous.
– The projects are split fancy cookie style into four categories – 9 features, 7 TV series, 9 short films.
– The revealer-in-chief for the lineup was Skwigly Animation Magazine.
Hot Take
CEE Animation Forum – Setting the Animated Fields Ablaze
In the immortal words of Dr. Seuss – “Oh, the thinks you can think,” if you are a part of the CEE Animation Forum. I’m not kidding, the lineup of the 12th edition looks like the ‘to-do’ list of Pixar’s dreamcatcher! And to think it’s all happening in Pilsen, Czech Republic – an unsuspecting city now in the direct path of a 31-strong animation arsenal. Nowhere else will you find as many freshly baked animation goodies in one place: features, TV series, shorts, you name it! So, plot twist – you decide to clear your calendar, grab a coffee, don your best 3D glasses, hop on your magical unicorn, and let Skwigly Animation Magazine guide you into an animated wonderland. How’s that for a 3D plot twist?
The CEE Animation Forum, renowned for its regional pitching, financing, and co-production opportunities in the animation industry, is elated to reveal the 2024 official selection ahead of their upcoming 12th edition, scheduled to be held in Pilsen, Czech Republic, on November 12-13. Owing to a record-breaking 123 applications from 31 countries, a total of 31 projects, categorized into 9 features, 7 TV series, 9 short films, and 6 student films have been shortlisted for this year’s event. Showcasing a remarkable 30 percent increase from last year, this surge in applications reinstates CEE Animation’s status as a prime platform fostering international co-productions and advocating animation creativity. In reference to the officially chosen 2024 lineup, an eclectic mix of CEE countries and more developed Western Europe markets are represented. Around 70% lineup belongs to CEE with Czech Republic (6), Hungary (4) and Poland (4) featuring prominently. Furthermore, CEE Animation continues to uphold their commitment to gender equality with slightly more than half the selected projects led by female directors and producers. The handpicked 31 projects, at different production stages, present an intriguing collection of stirring narratives, ranging from adaptations of celebrated children’s classics and fabricated biographies to intricate personal studies of multifaceted themes. Geared to cater to diverse audiences, the lineup includes 8 projects for children below 12, 6 projects for teens, 6 for young adults and 11 aimed at mature viewers. Continuing the trend, hand-drawing continues to dominate as the preferred animation technique, featured in 16 projects, with 2D animation being a close second, utilized in 14 projects. Amplifying the creative potential of 3D animation and the unique allure of stop motion animation are also part of this year’s selection. "The announcement of this year’s stellar lineup, boasting a record number of applications and outstanding quality projects, reinforces our standing in the global animation scene. The eclectic selection testifies not only to the diversity of creative talents in play but also to our resolve in championing gender equality and nurturing emerging talents in the field of animation", adds Marta Jallageas, the managing director of the event. The CEE Animation Forum consists of key activities including a Pitching competition, a Market and One-to-one meetings,. The Market was introduced in 2023 to serve as a professional platform for animation industry members to showcase their projects and facilitates participants to secure accreditations for their projects at any stage of development. Applications for CEE Animation Forum accreditations will commence in September 2024. CEE Animation Forum receives financial support from International Visegrad Fund, Czech Film Fund, Audiovisual Producers´ Association CZ, Ministry of Culture Czech Republic and Pilsen Region. For detailed information about all selected projects, visit: https://ceeanimation.eu/forum/2024-cee-animation-forum/selected-projects/ … [This portion has not been modified to avoid redundancy]
Official selection for CEE Animation Forum 2024