Fest Anča

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Fest Anča International Animation Festival is unique in being the only Slovak multimedia festival focused on animated film targeted mainly at a mature audience. It is the first film festival in Slovakia with the prestigious status of Academy Awards® Qualifying Festival. The festival aims to raise awareness about animated film as an autonomous art form, and to educate about its multiple types and aspects. The competitive programme comprises a selection of the stand-out animated films completed in the last two years. The festival includes an international competition of animated short films, music videos, and Slovak animation. Through non-competitive thematic sections and focuses, Fest Anča presents artistic and production milestones in the history of animation. Additional accompanying events include presentations, exhibitions, workshops, concerts, film screenings for children. The festival’s industry forum is targeted at film professionals with a focus on the planning, development and presentation of animated film projects.

Last updated Sep 6, 2026

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• Filmmaker

  Honoured that my film The Grind was part of this year’s Fest Anča. It was my third time at the festival, and each visit has been a truly wonderful experience.

• Filmmaker

  such a wonderful festival, thank you so much for having us!

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• Filmmaker

  I'm so happy that my film was selected and screened at the festival. I met some interesting people and had a wonderful time in amazing company. I learned a lot and had a great time! Thank you for this experience.

• Filmmaker

  Thank you for screening my film! I love this festival :)

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