5 titles to be highlighted as part of the Festival de Cannes’ Animation Day on May 18: ‘Julián,’ ‘Sunny,’ ‘Ana, en passant,’ ‘Dante,’ and ‘Mu Yi and the Handsome General.’
Cannes’ Annecy Animation Showcase, co-organized by the Marché du Film and Annecy Festival, has unveiled the five titles to be highlighted as part of the Festival de Cannes’ Animation Day on May 18.This year’s films, from both emerging talents and established filmmakers, include:
Adapted from the picture book “Julián is a Mermaid” by Jessica Love, follows a young boy through a summer of discovery, imagination and transformation.Louise Bagnall () directs.
Cartoon Saloon produces, with completion slated for 2026.From Michael Arias () and set in 1970s Japan, takes viewers inside Star Kids, a foster home for wayward kids.GKIDS and dwarf studios produce, with completion slate for 2029.
Directed by Fernanda Alves Salgado, centers on a young woman grieving her grandmother’s death and featyres a lyrical and visually textured style.The Brazilian-French co-production is from Apiario Creative Studio, with completion slated for 2026.Directed by Linda Hambäck (), Dante brings Scandinavian humor with a side of mystery, confusion, and chaos.
Lee Film produces, with completion slated for 2026.The French-produced tale promises a coming-of-age journey with humor, heart, and a dash of romance, from director Julien Chheng () and Studio La Cachette.Slated for completion in 2026.
Journalist, antique shop owner, aspiring gemologist—L'Wren brings a diverse perspective to animation, where every frame reflects her varied passions.
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