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The Brussels International Animation Film Festival
28 FEBRUARY - 9 MARCH 2025
DISCOVER THE OFFICIAL SHORT FILM SELECTION!
The Anima team is excited to finally announce the official selection of short films for the 2025 edition, which will take place from February 28 to March 9, 2025, at Flagey, Marni, and Cinematek!
After many hours, our selection committee has chosen the very best from over 1,700 submitted films! A total of 173 short films that will take you from laughter to tears and give you plenty to think about. The international competition will feature 85 titles, while the national competition will present 25 new Belgian films. Additionally, 63 films out of competition will enrich the selection and make up the various thematic programs at Anima 2025.
Find all the information and trailers for the official short film selection here!
WHAT TO DO IN MARNI?
Since last year, the Anima Festival has added an extra location: Marni! In addition to the many screenings held in the cinema hall specially transformed for the festival, you can enjoy plenty of other activities in this cozy space. Have a drink at the bar, browse on the super-fast Wi-Fi in between screenings, or experience a VR film for free. Plus, fun events are organized throughout the entire festival.
- VIRTUAL REALITY : Virtual reality is making a big comeback at Anima! On the program: 5 award-winning immersive films (Monday, March 4 to Saturday, March 8, 2025 · 2:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- GRAFIK: DRINK & DRAW AND EXHIBITION : The Drink & Draw is back this year, and this time at Marni! The concept is simple: drawing together while enjoying a drink ( Wednesday, 03/05 · 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM. Free admission). In addition, Grafik is organizing an exhibition throughout the festival that explores the connection between animation and illustration ( Open daily half an hour before the first screening of the day until 11:00 PM. Free entry)
- T-SHIRT MACHINE : Come and print the Anima logo on your t-shirt, bag, cap, or even your cat (wait, not the cat!!!) using our amazing machine available during both weekends of the Festival at Marni ( Sat 03/01 · 12:30 PM - 11:00 PM, Sun 03/02 · 12:30 PM - 11:00 PM, Fri 03/07 · 12:30 PM - 11:00 PM, Sat 03/08 · 12:30 PM - 11:00 PM)
GIFT AN ANIMA 2025 FESTIVAL PASS FOR CHRISTMAS!
Looking for original gift ideas? Gift your film-loving friends and family a Festival Pass to Anima 2025 for € 75!
The Festival Pass is the must-have accessory for the true festival-goer! It gives access to all Anima 2025 screenings during the whole festival, from 28 February to 9 March 2025, in Flagey and Marni, Brussels.
Only the masterclasses are not included in the offer.
How can I gift a Festival Pass?
Simply send an email to accreditation@animafestival.info with "Festival Pass" in the subject line, and we'll get back to you within 48 hours!