The European Animation Journal

30/07/2025

Your favorite reviewer, Greta Amadeo, is here with the latest suggestion before her well-deserved summer break.

This time, we’re heading to Japan with a film that unfolds as a metropolitan tragicomedy, balancing between ruthless slapstick and the enchanting atmosphere of Christmas.
Ladies and gentlemen, may we present to you: "Tokyo Godfathers".

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Rigotz Stories

Tokyo Godfathers (2003) by Satoshi Kon tells an unusual, tender, and ramshackle Christmas parable — one that speaks of guilt, human bonds, and redemption.

17/07/2025

The ANIMASYROS International Animation Festival returns for its 18th edition in the capital of the Cyclades, from September 22 to 28, 2025, with a rich programme that includes 7 competitive sections, special tributes, the Agora, educational workshops, VR lounge, parallel events, and new collaborations.

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ANIMASYROS returns more cosmic than ever, featuring international guests from around the globe, nationwide premieres, and a special focus on the Croatian animation scene.

16/07/2025

Brand Licensing Europe, launched in 1998, is the only annual pan-European event focused on licensing and brand extension. The agenda for this year edition is now live and available online.

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Attendees can now add conference and networking sessions, and after-hours events to schedules through the BLE Event Planner

15/07/2025

Do we have a soft spot for Greta Amadeo's reviews? Absolutely, and we’re proud of it.

If you're searching for animated feature films to enjoy in the comfort of your home, here's another great suggestion: Sylvain Chomet's "The Triplets of Belleville".
✨ This film is one of the most iconic works of early 2000s European animation and played a significant role in bringing global attention to French-speaking animated cinema. You definitely don't want to miss it!

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The Triplets of Belleville is one of the most emblematic works of early 2000s European animation, playing a key role in bringing global attention to French-speaking animated cinema.

14/07/2025

As a proud media partner eager to showcase the remarkable work of organisations in Eastern Europe, such as CEE Animation, we are delighted to share their series of .
The featured guest is Mrs. Edith Sepp, the Head of the Eesti Filmi Instituut / Estonian Film Institute.

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CEEA Talks: Edith Sepp (Estonian Film Institute): “It doesn’t help to talk about making fire” 2 June 2025 Seven dwarves toil and chop day in, day out in the mine in search of diamonds. Their successes are based on expertise and skill, and on endless patience. Should SNOW WHITE have been made i...

11/07/2025

Animar'sworking groups, formed by animation experts and chaired by the Animation in Europe board, delved into discussion topics seeking to encourage transformative policy initiatives.
The European Animation Journal shares the results of their report, focusing on European Legal Framework and Co-productions in Animation 🧩

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While European Animation undergoes significant changes, a shared definition of “European works” becomes increasingly urgent.

10/07/2025

Big little mice make it to the UK! The multi award-winning animated series "Sam & Julia" (78 x 7’) has been acquired by Sky TV and its streaming platform NOW in the United Kingdom.

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Young British viewers can now follow the two tiny mice and their big adventures on Sky Kids and NOW.

08/07/2025

Do you have an upcoming project you would like to present to our international audience? Are you offering a service within the industry that you want to promote? Would you like to be a featured contributor in our upcoming issues?
We are excited to announce that we are now accepting editorial submissions!

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08/07/2025

A story about transformation set in Kilkenny in 1650, during the English occupation - "Wolfwalkers" is a modern fairytale that addresses complex themes through the symbolic power of myth.

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The elegant animated feature directed by Tomm Moore and Ross Stewart invites us to look at the world through different eyes.

04/07/2025

Ahead of the Netflix release of "Long Story Short" (Aug. 22), Kévin Giraud spoke with Raphael Bob-Waksberg about his new tv series
👉 with a star-studded cast and backed up by BoJack’s original team, its first episode was presented in Annecy, as Bob-Waksberg held a masterclass about his career in front of a captive audience.

Ahead of the Netflix release, European Animation Journal spoke with Raphael Bob-Waksberg about his new tv series.

04/07/2025

Young Horizons Industry, the international co-production forum focused on films and series aimed at kids and youth held in Poland, has announced the 24 projects that will be presented during the event.

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Young Horizons Industry is the international co-production forum focused on films and series aimed at kids and youth.

03/07/2025

Xilam Animation provide fans with innovative and engaging ways to connect with their favorite characters beyond the screen.

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Xilam Animation has inked a wave of new global licensing partnerships for Zig & Sharko, Space Goofs, Buddybot and Oggy and the Cockroaches.