2027年第20届安查国际动画节

The 20th Fest Anča International Animation Festival, organized by the ANČA civic association, is the only Academy Awards®‑qualifying animation festival in Slovakia. The 2027 edition runs from 29 June to 4 July in Žilina and invites animated short films and music videos completed after 1 January 2025. Submissions are open from 31 October 2026 to 31 January 2027, with a free early‑bird period, a €5 regular fee, and a €10 late‑entry fee. The competition is open to animators of any age, both professionals and students, and accepts AI‑assisted works provided the creator’s contribution is clear. Five Anča Awards are offered: Best Animated Short (€1,500), Best Slovak Animated Short (€1,500), Best Student Animated Short (€1,000), Best Animated Music Video (€1,000), and Best Children’s Animated Short (€1,000). Winners gain cash prizes, international exposure, and the chance to qualify for the Oscars. Detailed rules and the submission form are available on the festival’s official website.

Cash prizes, Oscar‑qualifying status, festival screening, exposure to international jury and audience, networking opportunities, workshops during the festival

Open to animators of any age, professionals and students. Eligible works: animated short films or music videos completed after 1 Jan 2025, with English subtitles. Works must be original and created by humans; AI‑generated works allowed if the artist’s direct contribution is evident. Slovak competition requires majority Slovak producer/creator.