Submissions are now open for the Brussels International Animation Film Festival (Anima), which celebrates animated films from around the world and fosters exchange among filmmakers, professionals, and audiences
Films completed after June 2024 are eligible for submission in the following categories:
- Feature Films
- Feature Films for Children
- International Professional Short Films
- International Student Films
- International Short Films for a Young Audience
- National Short Films
Who can apply?
- Open to all animated films completed within 18 months of the Festival’s start date, regardless of origin, format, or technique.
- Submissions must include a completed online entry form and high-resolution photos of the film (JPEG, 300 dpi).
- If selected, producers/directors must provide a list of dialogues and subtitles in French, Dutch, or English as separate files.
- Original-language films are accepted, except for those targeting young audiences, which should preferably be in French and/or Dutch.
- Films must align with the definition of animation as outlined by the International Animated Film Association.
- Mixed-media works combining animation with live-action elements are also welcome
How to submit
For detailed guidelines and to submit entries, visit the official Anima Festival website.
Deadline: October 3, 2025
The Brussels International Animation Film Festival (Anima) is accepting submissions for animated films from global creators. Eligible films must be completed after June 2024 and can be submitted under several categories, including Feature Films, Films for Children, International Professional Short Films, Student Films, Short Films for Young Audiences, and National Short Films.
Applicants need to ensure that their films are animated and completed within 18 months of the festival's start date. A completed online form and high-resolution film photos are required for submission. Should a film be selected, a list of dialogues and subtitles in French, Dutch, or English must be provided, with preference for films targeting young audiences to be in French or Dutch. The festival also welcomes mixed-media works.
For detailed submission guidelines, applicants should refer to the official Anima Festival website. The deadline for submissions is October 3, 2025.
