Ciclic Animation Short Film Fund
About this opportunity
Ciclic Animation, based in the Centre-Val de Loire region of France, provides production funding and studio residency for independent animated short films intended for cinema release. The programme runs two sessions per year (spring and autumn), with animators completing all animation work during a residency period of up to six months.
Application tips
Submit a project with a clear artistic vision and production plan. Ciclic values innovative animation techniques and personal artistic voices.
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