Annecy Unveil 2020 Poster
Le Festival international du film d’animation d’Annecy have today unveiled their 2020 poster.
The Poster, designed by Jean-Charles Mbotti Malolo and Simon Roussin, captures the essence of this years celebrated country, or rather continent – Africa.
The director/illustrator pair are best known for their animated short Make it Soul, the story of oneupmanship between soul music legends Solomon Burke and James Brown. Watch the film here
The pair said:
After our collaboration on the short film Make it Soul we wanted to create this poster together, a two-man labour of love.The challenge was daunting for this Festival’s 60th anniversary: the entire African continent is in the spotlight.
The cultures, people and landscapes vary from one country to another, we chose to represent Africa across three generations of moving characters. And to blow out the sixtieth candle, what could be better than doing it while dancing!
Pantsula – a traditional South African dance – captured our attention to symbolise a dynamic, united and strong Africa, so wild and free that it levitates above the lake!
Happy birthday Annecy!
Annecy Festival returns for the 60th anniversary edition on the 15-20 June with and MIFA returning on the 16-19 June 2020