Welcome to AniNation - The 9th International Animation Festival
Join us for a unique celebration of inspiring, imaginative, and emotionally resonant films that showcase the limitless power of animation to cross boundaries of time, place, and perception. The festival features dozens of screenings and events, including award-winning international films, new Israeli productions, student films, short film compilations, exhibitions, a VR room, gaming experiences, lectures, meetups, a late-night rave, and much more.
Now in its 9th year, AniNation has become a highly anticipated tradition for animation lovers and a major cultural event in Jerusalem, attracting thousands of visitors annually. This year’s program is the largest and most diverse in the festival’s history, reflecting the rich global landscape of animation with a special spotlight on bold and uncompromising Israeli creators. The lineup includes standout works from Japan, the US, Czech Republic, Poland, Estonia, and beyond—carefully curated and recognized at prestigious festivals such as Cannes, Tribeca, Annecy, and Sundance. Alongside these, the festival proudly presents new Israeli films, student projects, and curated short film programs.
In addition, a professional animation conference will be held in partnership with the Israeli Animation Professionals Association and the Gesher Multicultural Film Fund. The conference will feature sneak previews, work-in-progress presentations, and talks. Throughout the Cinematheque, visitors can explore an immersive exhibition that includes video art, lighting installations, VR, and gaming experiences—all exploring the concept of “animation” in its broadest sense. The program also includes night-time events, live performances, workshops, and guest lectures.
Every film in the festival is a one-of-a-kind artistic statement, demonstrating the infinite possibilities of animation as a tool for creative expression.
