French animation is known worldwide for its creativity and professional talent. As France has become Europe’s largest producer, and the world’s third largest exporter, of animated film, several of its animation schools now rank among the top worldwide. The panel will explore how animation grew to be such a dynamic sector in France, with discussions of the history of animation and its recent successes, its animation schools and production system. Panelists will also explore how French co-productions and collaborations around the globe have succeeded at creating engaging and beautiful films that delight young audiences and adults alike. With Michael Dudok de Wit, director of The Red Turtle; Christophe Jankovic, co-founder of Studio Prima Linea and producer of The Red Turtle; Kristof Serrand, Head of Character Animation at DreamWorks Animation; and Chance Husky, Head of Theatrical Distribution at Gkids. Additional panelists to be announced.
New York City, NY; NYC