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We are working in the 2021 edition. You can check the program of the last edition here.
*COMING SOON*
We are working on the 2022 edition. Below you can see a summary of the provisional agenda for this edition.
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 27TH
Filmoteca de Valencia. Rialto building
18:00h. WFest, International short films – screeening I
20:00h. WFest, International short films – screeening II
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 28TH
19:00-23:00h. Beerworking
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 29TH
Centro cultural La Beneficència
11:00-14:00h. Recruitment
Filmoteca de Valencia. Rialto building
18:00h. WFest, International short films – screeening III
20:00h. WFest, National short films screening *With the directors of the films
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 30TH
Centro cultural La Beneficència
10:00-14:00h. Conferences
16:00-20:30h. Conferences
20:45-21:30h. WTF!
SATURDAY OCTOBER 1ST
Centro cultural La Beneficència
10:30-14:00h. Conferences
16:00-17:30h. Conferences
Venue TBC
18:00-24:00h. Weird Games & closure
SUNDAY OCTOBER 2ND
Filmoteca de Valencia. Rialto building
20:00h. Screening of WFest winners
Centro cultural La Beneficència (Market, conferences & networking)
Filmoteca de Valencia. Rialto building (WFest, screenings)
Screening of the first block of international short films selected for WFest. 2 euro entry at the box office or online. More information:
Screening of the first block of international short films selected for WFest.
2 euro entry at the box office or online.
More information: https://weirdmarket.es/proyecciones-wfest-2024/
Wander to Wonder by Nina Gantz
Underground by Yiannis Christoforou
Koet by Marlies van der Wel
Wild Summon by Karni Arieli, Saul Freed
Dede is Dead by Philippe Kastner
Bunnyhood by Mansi Maheshwari
Nun or Never! by Heta Jäälinoja
瓶子虫 (Bottled Insects) by Yuxin Gao
The Tornado Outside by Maria Tomazou
(Tuesday) 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Filmoteca de Valencia. Edificio Rialto
Plaça de l'Ajuntament, 17, 46002 Valencia
Screening of the second block of international short films selected for WFest. 2 euro entry at the box office or online. More information:
Screening of the second block of international short films selected for WFest.
2 euro entry at the box office or online.
More information: https://weirdmarket.es/proyecciones-wfest-2024/
Beautiful Men by Nicolas Keppens
The Personal Issue by Mehdi Alibeygi
Playing God by Burani Matteo
The Creators by Madeleine Homan
Flower Show by Elli Vuorinen
In the Shadow of the Cypress by Hossein Molayemi, Shirin Sohani
Freelance by Luciano A. Muñoz, Magnus I. Møller, Peter Smith
Un trou dans la poitrine by Alexandra Myotte, Jean-Sébastien Hamel
(Tuesday) 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Filmoteca de Valencia. Edificio Rialto
Plaça de l'Ajuntament, 17, 46002 Valencia
02oct10:00 am2:00 pmRECRUITMENT10:00 am - 2:00 pm Las Naves | Centre d'innovació social i urbana
Weird Market renews its commitment to young talent by organizing, once again, a Recruitment session on Wednesday morning, October 2nd. Recruiters from important companies in the animation and videogames sectors
Weird Market renews its commitment to young talent by organizing, once again, a Recruitment session on Wednesday morning, October 2nd. Recruiters from important companies in the animation and videogames sectors will come in search of the best candidates to fill their vacancies.
Activity under registration (Accreditation to the event is not required).
(Wednesday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Las Naves | Centre d'innovació social i urbana
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 16, Poblats Marítims
Screening of the third block of international short films selected for WFest. 2 euro entry at the box office or online. More information: Más información:
Screening of the third block of international short films selected for WFest.
2 euro entry at the box office or online.
More information: Más información: https://weirdmarket.es/proyecciones-wfest-2024/
27 by Flóra Anna Buda
De Imperio by Alessandro Novelli
Our Uniform by Yegane Moghaddam
Ahoj leto by Martin Smatana, Veronika Zacharová
Circle by Yumi Joung
Margarethe 89 by Lucas Malbrun
The Nectar Instead by Yoo Lee
Matta and Matto by Bianca Caderas, Kerstin Zemp
(Wednesday) 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Filmoteca de Valencia. Edificio Rialto
Plaça de l'Ajuntament, 17, 46002 Valencia
03octAll Day04PICK UP YOUR ACCREDITATION (CHECK THE schedule)(All Day) La Mutant (Sala Ágora)
Pick up your accreditation at the reception desk. The schedule is: Thursday 2nd, from 16:00 to 20:15 Friday 3rd, from 09:00 to 14:00 and from 16:00 to 20:30. Saturday 4th, from 09:00
Pick up your accreditation at the reception desk.
The schedule is:
Thursday 2nd, from 16:00 to 20:15
Friday 3rd, from 09:00 to 14:00 and from 16:00 to 20:30.
Saturday 4th, from 09:00 to 14:00 and from 16:00 to 20:30
october 3 (Friday) - 4 (Saturday)
La Mutant (Sala Ágora)
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22
03octAll Day04MEETINGS AREA (CHECK SCHEDULE)(All Day) Las Naves | Centre d'innovació social i urbana
If you are a company or professional and you are interested in co-producing or offering your services, you can have your meetings in several areas enabled
If you are a company or professional and you are interested in co-producing or offering your services, you can have your meetings in several areas enabled for it! Take advantage and do a lot of networking!
Friday 3rd: from 9:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday 4th: from 9:30 a.m. to 2:15 p.m. and from 4:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
october 3 (Friday) - 4 (Saturday)
Las Naves | Centre d'innovació social i urbana
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 16, Poblats Marítims
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture A showcase open to both professionals and the general public, where the latest trends in the animation, video games, and new media sectors
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture
A showcase open to both professionals and the general public, where the latest trends in the animation, video games, and new media sectors will be on display. The showroom for this 17th edition will once again have the support of BCN Game Fest, and visitors will be able to try out innovative experiences and video games, as well as find information on associations, training centers, and events, among other things.
HORARIO
More information: https://weirdmarket.es/en/showroom-2025/
3 (Friday) 11:00 am - 4 (Saturday) 7:00 pm
Las Naves (Nave 1C) | Centre d'innovació social i urbana
03octAll Day04Exhibition Level Up(All Day)
“Level Up” exhibition, courtesy of Valencia Innovation Capital. An evolutionary journey through the history of video games, featuring a selection of arcade machines with classic video games for a fully
“Level Up” exhibition, courtesy of Valencia Innovation Capital. An evolutionary journey through the history of video games, featuring a selection of arcade machines with classic video games for a fully interactive experience, complemented by a selection of consoles and early personal computers.
october 3 (Friday) - 4 (Saturday)
PROVISIONAL PROGRAMME
02oct10:00 am2:00 pmRecruitment10:00 am - 2:00 pm La Harinera
Weird Market, committed to young talent, is once again organizing a recruitment session on the morning of Thursday, October 2. Headhunters from leading animation and video game studios will be on
Weird Market, committed to young talent, is once again organizing a recruitment session on the morning of Thursday, October 2.
Headhunters from leading animation and video game studios will be on hand to seek out the best candidates to fill their vacancies. Participating companies include: Admirable Films, ATLANTIS Animation Boutique, Aupa Studio, Hampa Studio, Skydance Animation, Studio Kimchi, Sultana Films, TV ON Producciones, and UniKo.
Registration is required for this activity (no event accreditation required).
(Thursday) 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
La Harinera
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 116
02oct5:00 pm6:15 pmSCREENING: INTERNATIONAL 15:00 pm - 6:15 pm
Screening of the first block of international short films selected at WFest. - Sequencial - There will be no other end - Percebes - TURBULENCE - Off-Time - How A River Is Born - A Night at
Screening of the first block of international short films selected at WFest.
– Sequencial
– There will be no other end
– Percebes
– TURBULENCE
– Off-Time
– How A River Is Born
– A Night at the Rest Area
Free admission until full capacity is reached.
Location: La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
(Thursday) 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm
02oct6:00 pm8:00 pmVIDEO GAMES MEET UP - ADEVI6:00 pm - 8:00 pm La Harinera
ADEVI is organizing its first Meet Up as part of Weird Market 2025. A workshop featuring developers from the Red Mountain studio, who will showcase their current video game
ADEVI is organizing its first Meet Up as part of Weird Market 2025. A workshop featuring developers from the Red Mountain studio, who will showcase their current video game project, AlcheMice, for analysis and community play with attendees. The event is open and free of charge until full capacity is reached, upon prior registration at this link .
(Thursday) 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
La Harinera
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 116
02oct6:30 pm7:45 pmSCREENING: INTERNATIONAL 26:30 pm - 7:45 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Screening of the second block of international short films selected at WFest. - Balconada - When The Tide Comes. With: Fêt-Nat (Director) y Tejas (Writer) - Dog Bridge - Hurikán - MINE! - Raaf - Why Don't
Screening of the second block of international short films selected at WFest.
– Balconada
– When The Tide Comes. With: Fêt-Nat (Director) y Tejas (Writer)
– Dog Bridge
– Hurikán
– MINE!
– Raaf
– Why Don’t You Touch Me?
Location: La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Free admission until full capacity is reached.
(Thursday) 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
02oct8:00 pm9:15 pmSCREENING: INTERNATIONAL 38:00 pm - 9:15 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Screening of the third block of international short films selected at WFest. - DUCKS - Adiós - Quota - Detlev - DOWN TO EARTH - No Room - Shadows - Ostrich Location: La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives. Free admission until
Screening of the third block of international short films selected at WFest.
– DUCKS
– Adiós
– Quota
– Detlev
– DOWN TO EARTH
– No Room
– Shadows
– Ostrich
Location: La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives.
Free admission until full capacity is reached.
(Thursday) 8:00 pm - 9:15 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
03oct9:50 am10:15 amIP´s presentation (I)9:50 am - 10:15 am La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Presentation of selected IPs from animation, video games, comics, board games, transmedia, and web series. Condenaditos. With: Matisse Gonzalez Jordán Feature film. 2D, stop motion. Upon inheriting her family’s curse, Kiki sets
Presentation of selected IPs from animation, video games, comics, board games, transmedia, and web series.
Condenaditos. With: Matisse Gonzalez Jordán
Feature film. 2D, stop motion.
Upon inheriting her family’s curse, Kiki sets out to confront the dark legacy of her family, bringing her unrepentant grandfather — a former Bolivian dictator— to face his victims with the hope of breaking free from the cycle of guilt and shame that sustains their curse.
Hurricanimals. With: Paulo Muppet
Web series, toys. 2D
Hurricanimals is what happens when you mix cute animals with hurricanes. They live to help mankind and come with the wind whenever someone is in a desperate moment. They are great at problem solving, but terrible at measuring consequences.
Jordi & Oslo: The Lost Tail. With: Guillem Ruiz Acebrón
Video game, comic, transmedia. 2D, cutout, drawing on paper, mix of traditional and digital 2D animation.
Oslo the Dragon has gone missing. Jordi and Sigrid will try to piece together who is behind their friend’s mysterious disappearance. In this humorous point-and-click, you solve clever puzzles, crack punch lines, and explore beautiful watercolour-painted locations inspired by the Spanish countryside.”
(Friday) 9:50 am - 10:15 am
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture We will analyze the impact of XR technologies on the animation and video game industry, both as a medium and as a tool. With the
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture
We will analyze the impact of XR technologies on the animation and video game industry, both as a medium and as a tool.
With the presence of: Indie Dev Day (Daniel Santigosa) and the President of Diboos, Nathalie Martinez
Moderator: Clara Gutiérrez Señas. Head of Cultural Action Services. Ministry of Culture.
(Friday) 10:20 am - 10:50 am
03oct10:55 am11:30 amIP Case Study: Sesame Workshop10:55 am - 11:30 am La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Vera Verba, Director of Strategy at Sesame Street, will show us in this talk the approach they are taking to their digital positioning, specifically on YouTube. Tips and advice from
Vera Verba, Director of Strategy at Sesame Street, will show us in this talk the approach they are taking to their digital positioning, specifically on YouTube. Tips and advice from one of the most successful networks that we can apply to our IPs.
Speaker:
VERA VERBA (Sesame Workshop)
(Friday) 10:55 am - 11:30 am
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
03oct11:35 am11:45 amShowroom presentations - I11:35 am - 11:45 am La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
First set of presentations by companies and projects featured in the Weird Market video game and animation showroom, where visitors can try out innovative experiences and video games that
First set of presentations by companies and projects featured in the Weird Market video game and animation showroom, where visitors can try out innovative experiences and video games that have not yet been released, as well as find information on associations, training centers, and events.
(Friday) 11:35 am - 11:45 am
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
03oct11:50 am12:35 pmScreening: WEIRD Talent11:50 am - 12:35 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
A non-competitive section featuring national short films that brings together works by emerging young talents and debut films from the future of Spanish animation. Don't miss out!
A non-competitive section featuring national short films that brings together works by emerging young talents and debut films from the future of Spanish animation. Don’t miss out! Before the screening, there will be a presentation by the directors of the films.
– Momma Doesn’t Notice Shit
– A Solid Future (Spanish version). With Javier de la Torre González
– Dance with the Reaper
– Cuando llegue la inundación. With Piluca Peris
– The 7th Avenue
– Sweet Cabanyal. With Anna Juesas García
– A voice in the mist. With Sara Martin De Miguel
– Lights. With Aitana Cantero Velasco & María Isabel Sáiz Romero
(Friday) 11:50 am - 12:35 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
03oct12:55 pm1:30 pmIP Case Study: Cult of the lamb12:55 pm - 1:30 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture Devolver Digital has confirmed that Cult of the Lamb is its best-selling intellectual property of all time, with total revenue of nearly $90
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture
Devolver Digital has confirmed that Cult of the Lamb is its best-selling intellectual property of all time, with total revenue of nearly $90 million.
The Cult of the Lamb development team created viral moments and an iconic art style by thinking about marketing from the outset. The development of this intellectual property goes beyond the video game, extending to comics, animation, and a very active fan community on social media. We will be joined by Carles Dalmau, one of the people responsible for the impressive success of this IP.
Speaker:
CARLES DALMAU (Freelance)
(Friday) 12:55 pm - 1:30 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
03oct1:35 pm2:10 pmCase study: Best Fiends IP1:35 pm - 2:10 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
We will discuss IP adaptations of video games to animation and the challenges involved. To do so, we will analyze the case study of “Best Fiends,” a mobile game
We will discuss IP adaptations of video games to animation and the challenges involved. To do so, we will analyze the case study of “Best Fiends,” a mobile game that was adapted by the prestigious animation company Reel FX. Augusto Schillaci, director at this prestigious company, will tell us about the process he led.
Speaker:
AUGUSTO SCHILLACI (Reel FX)
(Friday) 1:35 pm - 2:10 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
03oct2:15 pm2:25 pmShowroom presentations- II2:15 pm - 2:25 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Second set of presentations by companies and projects featured in the Weird Market video game and animation showroom, where visitors can try out innovative experiences and video games that have
Second set of presentations by companies and projects featured in the Weird Market video game and animation showroom, where visitors can try out innovative experiences and video games that have not yet been released, as well as find information on associations, training centers, and events.
(Friday) 2:15 pm - 2:25 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
03oct4:10 pm4:30 pmIP´s presentation (II)4:10 pm - 4:30 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Presentation of selected IPs for animation, video games, comics, board games, transmedia, and web series The Captcha Crisis. With Eric Giessmann Short film, video game, interactive VR experience. 3D Digital, VR Animation. To
Presentation of selected IPs for animation, video games, comics, board games, transmedia, and web series
The Captcha Crisis. With Eric Giessmann
Short film, video game, interactive VR experience. 3D Digital, VR Animation.
To save humanity, failed ex‑pilot Finn Walker must shut down a global CAPTCHA system that no longer recognizes humans as human—until an unforeseen twist during the final identity check triggers a recalibration that plunges the world into chaos.
The Homeless Wolf. With Ricardo Adrêgo y Leonor Faria
Short film, book. 2D, 3D Digital.
In a fairytale kingdom with a housing crisis, the sophisticated Big Bad Wolf roams the forest in search of a worthy home. Between suspicious goats, noisy pigs, credit rejections and real estate agents with empty promises, he discovers that there isn’t always room for everyone in happy endings.
(Friday) 4:10 pm - 4:30 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
Gervasio Canda, Director and Partner of Ojo Raro, along with Independent Director Agustina Isidori will talk to us about the use of various current and emerging technologies in the development
Gervasio Canda, Director and Partner of Ojo Raro, along with Independent Director Agustina Isidori will talk to us about the use of various current and emerging technologies in the development of multi-format IPs, covering animation, video games, comics, and immersive experiences. They will discuss two highly innovative projects, “El Elegido” and “Santa Sombra.”
Speakers:
GERVASIO CANDA (Ojo Raro)
AGUSTINA ISIDORI (Independent Director)
(Friday) 4:20 pm - 4:40 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture The cooperative model offers new forms of organization and sustainability in the creative industry. In the field of animation and video games, cooperatives
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture
The cooperative model offers new forms of organization and sustainability in the creative industry. In the field of animation and video games, cooperatives promote collaboration, equality in decision-making, and fair distribution of profits. COCETA (Spanish Confederation of Worker Cooperatives) promotes this model as a way to strengthen the sector, encouraging collective projects that bring together talent, innovation, and social commitment.
We are joined by Amaya Delgado, Director General of COCETA, who will show us new forms of collaboration.
Speaker:
AMAYA DELGADO (Coceta)
(Friday) 5:00 pm - 5:25 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
Catarina Timas and Nuno Beato (APPA-Portugal) will present the new MAIA initiative—the Ibero-American Animation Market—which will be held in Portugal in January 2026, with the aim of strengthening ties between
Catarina Timas and Nuno Beato (APPA-Portugal) will present the new MAIA initiative—the Ibero-American Animation Market—which will be held in Portugal in January 2026, with the aim of strengthening ties between Portuguese and Ibero-American animation.
Speakers:
CATARINA TIMAS ( APPA, Asociación Portuguesa de Productores de Animación)
NUNO BEATO (APPA, Asociación Portuguesa de Productores de Animación)
(Friday) 5:30 pm - 5:40 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
Screening of the national short films selected for WFest. Before the screening, there will be a presentation by the directors of the films. - One-Way Cycle. With: Alicia Núñez Puerto, Chelo
Screening of the national short films selected for WFest. Before the screening, there will be a presentation by the directors of the films.
– One-Way Cycle. With: Alicia Núñez Puerto, Chelo Loureiro y Nuno Beato
– Poor Marciano.
– Jervasio. With: David Rosel Molina.
– Mater Benefacta. With: Anna Solanas
– 25 haikus animados. With: Jaime Penalva
– Anaglifo. With: Valle Comba Canales, Francesc Xavier Manuel, Elsa Esteban, Christian Villacañas & Ana Gutiérrez Rubio.
– When it comes (it will have your eyes). With: Diego Herguera Acosta
(Friday) 5:45 pm - 6:55 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
A guide to learning about and knowing how to use the events that are defining the future of audiovisual media. Are you familiar with them? Probably not, which is why
A guide to learning about and knowing how to use the events that are defining the future of audiovisual media. Are you familiar with them? Probably not, which is why MARCIN J. SOBCZAK will give us tips on how to take advantage of events such as SXSW, Venice VR, and Immersive Cannes.
Speaker:
MARCIN J. SOBCZAK (Freelance)
(Friday) 7:15 pm - 7:35 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
03oct7:40 pm8:15 pmDiboos Honorary Award7:40 pm - 8:15 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Diboos (Spanish Federation of Animation and Visual Effects) will present the II Diboos Honorary Award to animator, director, and screenwriter Enrique Gato. Enrique Gato (Valladolid, 1977) is an animator and filmmaker
Diboos (Spanish Federation of Animation and Visual Effects) will present the II Diboos Honorary Award to animator, director, and screenwriter Enrique Gato.
Enrique Gato (Valladolid, 1977) is an animator and filmmaker who has managed to place animated cinema in Spain at the center of the industry’s attention. Co-founder of the Lightbox Academy studio and director of the animation department, his filmography includes feature films such as Capture the Flag and the trilogy The Adventures of Tadeo Jones (a fourth installment is already in the works).
(Friday) 7:40 pm - 8:15 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
A gathering of professionals and students in illustration, comics, design, video games, and animation, co-organized with Monsters Pit. All those accredited for the event will be able to attend
A gathering of professionals and students in illustration, comics, design, video games, and animation, co-organized with Monsters Pit. All those accredited for the event will be able to attend Beerworking, which will be held on Friday, October 3rd. We will have a brief presentation by:
–Rachel MenFer
–Pablo Ilyich
–Albacove
Activity for accredited participants only.
(Friday) 8:20 pm - 9:45 pm
Las Naves (Patio 2) | Centre d'innovació social i urbana
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 16, Poblats Marítims
04oct9:45 am10:05 amIP Presentation (III)9:45 am - 10:05 am La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Presentation of selected IPs for animation, video games, comics, board games, transmedia, and web series. The Means of Destruction. With Nabil Afnan-Samandari y Nicolás Petelski Webserie, Serie. 2D, 3D Digital The Darkest One,
Presentation of selected IPs for animation, video games, comics, board games, transmedia, and web series.
The Means of Destruction. With Nabil Afnan-Samandari y Nicolás Petelski
Webserie, Serie. 2D, 3D Digital
The Darkest One, Lord of All Evil, plots to conquer the world. Thousands of monsters serve his sinister bidding… But now his minions have done the worst possible thing: They’ve unionized. “”The Means of Destruction”” is a black comedy that parodies modern work culture through the lens of epic fantasy.
Mole and the Light. With María Ramos y Laura Aguado
Short film, series, toys. Stop motion.
A fearful mole living in isolation underground must overcome his fears to return a fallen baby star to its home in the clouds. Along the way, he’ll discover that his greatest fears can become his best allies, as he learns that the outside world is full of unexpected friends.
(Saturday) 9:45 am - 10:05 am
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture The famous Japanese video game series that first appeared in Japan in 1988 is being revamped in a spectacular new side-scrolling installment developed
Activity funded by the Ministry of Culture
The famous Japanese video game series that first appeared in Japan in 1988 is being revamped in a spectacular new side-scrolling installment developed by the acclaimed team behind Blasphemous. We will be joined by its animation director, Raúl Vivar, who will give us a first-hand account of the series’ journey and the process of its revamp.
Speakers:
RAUL VIVAR (The Game Kitchen)
MARIO HUERTAS (The Game Kitchen)
(Saturday) 10:10 am - 10:45 am
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
The Odd Birds Show is an animated comedy for adults with an eccentric twist, created using a hybrid process that combines traditional animation and artificial intelligence. This project is a
The Odd Birds Show is an animated comedy for adults with an eccentric twist, created using a hybrid process that combines traditional animation and artificial intelligence. This project is a way of exploring how AI can support the creative process without replacing it. The artist is in charge, and AI is their assistant.
Speaker:
ARVID TAPPERT (Asteria Film Co)
(Saturday) 10:50 am - 11:20 am
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
Weird Market, in collaboration with Mifa, once again organized the video game cinematics and trailers competition as part of the Annecy Festival 2025. Twenty-one countries from Asia, Europe, North
Weird Market, in collaboration with Mifa, once again organized the video game cinematics and trailers competition as part of the Annecy Festival 2025. Twenty-one countries from Asia, Europe, North and South America, and Oceania submitted projects to this new edition. In this screening, we will see the final selection and the winners.
Activity in collaboration with the Annecy International Animation Film Festival.
(Saturday) 11:25 am - 12:05 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
04oct12:25 pm1:15 pmIP case study: Doodles12:25 pm - 1:15 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Doodles, one of the most famous brands in the Web3 world, is joining forces with animation studio Golden Wolf to shape a new era focused on visual storytelling and transmedia
Doodles, one of the most famous brands in the Web3 world, is joining forces with animation studio Golden Wolf to shape a new era focused on visual storytelling and transmedia content.
Led by Dotti Sinnott, creative director of the project, and Simon Whitebury from Take Your Medicine, we will explore how this collaboration brings together animation, technology, and community, and how they are building an innovative IP between digital art and the entertainment of the future. This is a unique opportunity to understand the business models that are changing the audiovisual sector.
Speakers:
DOTTI SINNOTT (Doodles / Golden Wolf)
SIMON WHITEBURY (Take Your Medicine)
(Saturday) 12:25 pm - 1:15 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
In this presentation, we will learn about the audiovisual adaptation of Bea Lema's graphic work, which won the National Comic Award in 2024. The project returns to WEIRD after winning
In this presentation, we will learn about the audiovisual adaptation of Bea Lema’s graphic work, which won the National Comic Award in 2024. The project returns to WEIRD after winning the Movistar Plus+ Short Project Award in 2023.
Speakers:
IVAN MIÑAMBRES (Uniko)
CHELO LOUREIRO (Abano Producións)
(Saturday) 1:20 pm - 1:40 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
In this selection of short films, Weird reveals stories told by emerging talents from recent European animated cinema. - Adiós (United Kingdom) - DOWN TO EARTH (France) - Detlev (Germany) - Ostrich (Switzerland) - Balconada
In this selection of short films, Weird reveals stories told by emerging talents from recent European animated cinema.
– Adiós (United Kingdom)
– DOWN TO EARTH (France)
– Detlev (Germany)
– Ostrich (Switzerland)
– Balconada (Bulgaria)
(Saturday) 1:45 pm - 2:30 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
04oct4:10 pm4:30 pmIP´s Presentation (IV)4:10 pm - 4:30 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Presentation of selected IPs for animation, video games, comics, board games, transmedia, and web series. Koffee Kat. With André Bergs. Webserie, Series, Toys. 2D Koffee Kat is a quirky, fast-paced webseries following a
Presentation of selected IPs for animation, video games, comics, board games, transmedia, and web series.
Koffee Kat. With André Bergs.
Webserie, Series, Toys. 2D
Koffee Kat is a quirky, fast-paced webseries following a coffee-fueled cat and friends on wild, comedic adventures. Blending humor, charm, and eye-catching design, it’s growing into a multi-platform IP for screens and beyond.
Unboxing Mr Coo. With Nacho Rodríguez Pérez.
Videogame, short film, comic, web series, board game, toys. 2D, Stop motion.
Mr Coo gets into a new conundrum, this time through the not-so-simple act of opening a gift box. A puzzle and narrative game without words, where you click your way through a mesmerizing toy.
(Saturday) 4:10 pm - 4:30 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
04oct4:35 pm5:00 pmIP Case Study: Pocoyó4:35 pm - 5:00 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
One of the most shocking news stories in recent years was the purchase of Pocoyó's IP by the company Animaj. We will see the evolution of this classic IP, which
One of the most shocking news stories in recent years was the purchase of Pocoyó’s IP by the company Animaj. We will see the evolution of this classic IP, which has many new developments to share, from its creative director Guillermo Garcia Carsi.
Speaker:
GUILLERMO GARCÍA CARSÍ (Animaj)
(Saturday) 4:35 pm - 5:00 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
04oct5:05 pm5:15 pmPRESENTATION OF THE FAN NETWORK5:05 pm - 5:15 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
Presentation of FAN NETWORK (Animation Festival Network), a collaborative platform that brings together various European animation festivals with the aim of promoting the visibility of animation from southern European
Presentation of FAN NETWORK (Animation Festival Network), a collaborative platform that brings together various European animation festivals with the aim of promoting the visibility of animation from southern European countries. This network is supported by Europe Creative MEDIA.
Speakers:
ROCIO BENAVENT (Red Fan)
SERGIO RODRIGUEZ VALDUNCIEL (Red Fan)
(Saturday) 5:05 pm - 5:15 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
04oct5:20 pm6:00 pmBastard formats: Absurda Basura5:20 pm - 6:00 pm La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
We present the creative collective Absurda basura, which recaptures the most punk and transgressive spirit of animation and muppets. They will show us excerpts from their original works, which combine
We present the creative collective Absurda basura, which recaptures the most punk and transgressive spirit of animation and muppets. They will show us excerpts from their original works, which combine an experimental style with a very different visual narrative.
Speakers:
Absurda Basura 2000
(Saturday) 5:20 pm - 6:00 pm
La Mutant Espai d´Arts Vives
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 22,
04oct6:00 pm6:30 pmWTF! SCREENING6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Screening of the most bizarre and innovative short films on the international and national animation scene. - Welcome to Happy-verse - DUCKS - My Wonderful Life - O' Bingo! - Stuffed
Screening of the most bizarre and innovative short films on the international and national animation scene.
– Welcome to Happy-verse
– DUCKS
– My Wonderful Life
– O’ Bingo!
– Stuffed
(Saturday) 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Share everything you learned this Saturday while having a drink with new and old friends
Share everything you learned this Saturday while having a drink with new and old friends
(Saturday) 8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Las Naves (Patio 2) | Centre d'innovació social i urbana
C/ de Joan Verdeguer, 16, Poblats Marítims
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