From Hertzfeldt to ‘WTF’: Annecy’s 2026 Shorts Lineup Pushes Animation to the Edge

Annecy’s expanded shorts slate mixes marquee auteurs, rising talent and boundary-pushing new competition strands

By Kevin Giraud

Kevin Giraud

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A few days after unveiling its TV and commissioned films lineup, the Annecy International Animation Festival revealed the 94 professional shorts which will be competing across six categories at this year’s event. Along with 43 student shorts, this selection showcases rising talents and seasoned animators alike, underlining the dedication of Annecy’s Artistic Director Marcel Jean and his teams to push forward the animated medium in all formats and techniques. 

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