Dear Asian filmmakers, the World Festival of Animated Film, AnimaFest Zagreb (Croatia) is accepting animated short films until February 1, and feature animated films until March 15, 2026.

About the festival:
The World Festival of Animated Film – Animafest Zagreb, established in 1972, is the second oldest film festival in the world completely dedicated to animation. Launched thanks to the global reputation of the filmmakers sprung from the Zagreb School of Animation, founded based on the decision of ASIFA, International Animated Film Association, Zagreb Film production company and City of Zagreb, Animafest Zagreb takes place every year early in June.

Eligibility:
– The festival accepts films of all animation techniques, including combinations with live action and documentary. (Over 50% of the production must be animated).
– The festival accepts short films (below 40 minutes), and feature films (over 40 minutes).
– The festival accepts student films.
– Work-In-Progress are not eligible for submission.
– Films with dialogue or narration in languages other than English should have English subtitles. Films with dialogue or narration in English are recommended to be entered with a screener with English subtitles.
– Submission Fee: FREE
– Deadlines:
* Short Films – February 1, 2026
* Feature Films– March 15, 2026

To submit to the festival please visit: https://www.animafest.hr/en/2026/take_part/submissions_2026

We remind readers that the 36th World Festival of Animated Film, AnimaFest Zagreb will take place from June 8 – 13, 2026, Zagreb, Croatia.

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