Animex Screen
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Animex Screen is the student competition strand of Teesside University’s Animex International Festival of Animation, VFX and Games in Middlesbrough. It is notable for being a free, international showcase for student animation and VFX work, with entries selected and judged by animation professionals and screened alongside the wider Animex industry festival. As part of one of the world’s larger animation and computer-games events, it has significance as a meeting point for emerging talent and industry experts.
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Legitimacy Analysis
Positive Indicators (+12 pts)
- 18 years of verifiable history
- 1 verified pro signal
Red Flags (-15 pts)
- No physical screenings
- Trust status under active review
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Positive Signals
- Documented history with archived programs
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