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Annecy MIFA 2025: TeamTO to return to the market with Studio Focus and Tech Demo  22 MAY 2025

Kids & Animation

Annecy MIFA 2025: TeamTO to return to the market with Studio Focus and Tech Demo

The Studio Focus will take place on 10th June where the company will be presenting an expanded slate and new offerings and the Tech Demo will be held on 11th June, unveiling two propriety software platforms.
Annecy 2025 doubles down on gender equity in animation with global programmes and strong data benchmarks 21 MAY 2025

Launches

Annecy 2025 doubles down on gender equity in animation with global programmes and strong data benchmarks

Women directed 46% of animated shorts in France in 2023 but only 27% of feature films, up from 21% in 2013. At Annecy 2025, 48% of Mifa Pitch projects are led by women, yet just 17% of Official Feature Film directors are female.
IMIS London student showcase to spotlight next generation of UK screen talent 14 MAY 2025

Launches

IMIS London student showcase to spotlight next generation of UK screen talent

Industry icons Fatima Salaria, Basma Khalifa, and Chris Munro join student creators for an afternoon of insight and inspiration.
Annecy MIFA 2025: Canadian producer Michael Hirsh to give a Keynote 6 MAY 2025

Trade Shows

Annecy MIFA 2025: Canadian producer Michael Hirsh to give a Keynote

Hirsh will reflect on his four decades in the animation industry and will be joined by Christian Davin, President of Cartoon on June 10.
Mifa marks 40 years as a global hub for animation industry growth and innovation 24 APR 2025

Trade Shows

Mifa marks 40 years as a global hub for animation industry growth and innovation

This year the pitch sessions continue to be a cornerstone of Mifa’s agenda, with a record 917 project submissions from 92 countries. Major studios like Netflix, Warner Bros. Discovery, Riot Games, and LAIKA will lead Studio Focus presentations, while companies such as Pixar, Epic Games, and Autodesk will host technical demos.