About
Animaze is where independent animation takes center stage
Born in Montreal, Animaze celebrates bold voices and fresh visions in animation. We connect creators and audiences worldwide through screenings, workshops, and industry networking that push the art form forward.
Leadership
Festival Director
Laurie Gordon
Board of Directors
Laurie Gordon
Lowell Hall
Animaze is an independent, curator-driven animation festival now in its 13th year, connecting creators, students, industry professionals and audiences through screenings, talks, and international creative events.
Each year, our passion travels beyond borders:
- Animation Day in Cannes — during the Cannes Film Festival, Animaze curates screenings, panels, and awards that spotlight independent animation and connect creators with global industry leaders.
- MiCannes — blending music and animation, our music video showcase at Music International Cannes, a top music industry conference, explores the powerful intersection of sound and music with Animaze curated films.
From Montreal to Cannes, Animaze is more than a festival — it’s a movement linking artists, audiences, and opportunities across the globe.
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