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

Variety · 2026-03-27
From Hertzfeldt to ‘WTF’: Annecy’s 2026 Shorts Lineup Pushes Animation to the Edge

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 anim