The 23rd International Animation Film Festival in Meknes, from May 16 to 21
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The 23rd edition of the International Animation Film Festival in Meknès (FICAM) will take place from May 16 to 21, emphasizing the interaction between animation and video game cinema.
With a rich and varied program, the festival, organized by the Aïcha Foundation in partnership with the French Institute of Meknes, “asserts itself as a must in the cultural calendar, bringing together, this year, enthusiasts of animation and video games”.
“In a universe where these two disciplines intertwine more and more, the festival will offer an innovative trades forum, designed to promote enriching exchanges and the sharing of expertise,” said a press release from the organizers, adding that this platform will allow participants to meet professionals from the animation and video games, through dynamic conferences and interactive meetings that will stimulate creativity and Synergies.
The Trades Forum will be an opportunity to bring together animated films directors, studios, schools, video game developers and political figures to exchange and open new perspectives for this industry.
“The FICAM 2025 will not only be a festival, but a real meeting point where innovation and passion are intertwined to hatch new ideas,” said the press release.
“After the great success of the 22nd edition, dedicated to the Italian animation cinema, this year, the FICAM undertakes to explore in depth the links which unite these two universes. The discussions will focus on interactions between animation cinema and the development of video games, as well as on corporate social responsibility in these expansion areas, ”it is said.
The opening will be marked by the preview of the film “Flow”, crowned with a César and an Oscar, with an impressive track record at the Annecy festival and more than a million spectators internationally.
The festival will offer as usual Masterclasses, meetings with international professionals, projections, and workshops for students of grandes écoles and enthusiasts of animation.
