Anima 2027 – Brussels Animation Film Festival | Free Open

Are you an animator looking to showcase your work on one of the world’s most prestigious stages? Anima 2027, the 46th edition of the renowned Brussels Animation Film Festival, is now accepting free submissions for its competitive screening programs.

Dedicated to promoting the art of animation globally, Anima serves as a vital meeting ground for industry professionals, independent filmmakers, and the public. Whether you create feature-length masterpieces, experimental student films, or cutting-edge virtual reality, this is a premier, no-fee opportunity to elevate your film career.

Film Categories & Eligibility

To be eligible for the 2027 competition, all submitted films must have been completed after June 2025. Submissions are welcome across the following categories:

• Feature Films
• Feature Films for Children
• International Professional Short Films
• International Student Films
• International Short Films for a Young Audience
• National (Belgian) Short Films
• Short Films in Virtual Reality (VR)

Prizes and Oscar® Qualification

While the festival offers incredible networking and global exposure, its competitive awards carry massive industry weight:

• Academy Award® Qualification: The winner of the Anima 2027 Grand Prix will automatically be included on the Academy Award® longlist for the Best Animated Short Film category.
• BAFTA Eligibility: British short films officially selected in one of the competitive categories will also be eligible for the BAFTA Award for Best Short Animation.

(Note: Official selection results are expected to be announced in February 2027).

Call for Animators

Deadline: 2 October 2026

Entry Fee: Free

Eligibility: Animators and filmmakers worldwide (for films completed after June 2025)

Event Dates: 19–28 February 2027 (Brussels, Belgium)

Reward: Oscar® Qualifying Status & Major Industry Recognition

Website: https://animafestival.be/fr