Animac facts for kids

Animac, also known as the International Animation Film Festival of Catalonia, is a cool festival that happens in Lleida, Spain. It's not a competition, but it shows amazing animated films from all over the world. The City Council of Lleida and the Regional Government of Catalonia work together to organize this event.

What is Animac?

Animac is a festival dedicated to animation. It brings together artists, filmmakers, and fans to celebrate the art of animated movies. You can see many different styles of animation, from classic cartoons to modern computer-generated films. It's a great place to discover new talent and enjoy creative storytelling.

How Animac Started

The festival began in 1996. It was first called Cinemagic 96, International Animation Film Festival. This first event celebrated 100 years of cinema. Eladi Martos and Jordi Artigas were in charge of the festival. It was supported by Lleida's Cultural Department, the local Fine Arts School, and ASIFA Catalunya.

Name Changes Over Time

In 1997, the festival changed its name to Animac, International Animation Film Festival. This new name stuck for many years. Then, in 2006, it got its current full name: Animac, International Animation Film Festival of Catalonia. It has been running every year since 1996, showing the best in animation.

External links

• Official website: http://www.animac.cat/

See also

In Spanish: Animac para niños