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When CG animation is inspired by the emblematic techniques of stop motion, the result exceeds all expectations. All About Area 51, made by ESMA’s final-year CG Animation and Special Effects students, is a short film that is both inventive and hilarious. Combining extraterrestrial conspiracies, vintage 80s aesthetics and technological innovations, the film invites us to reflect on the fine line that separates craft from digital.

Launching on the big screen on 27 November, Vaiana 2 is already proving to be a must-see movie this year. Behind the magic of its spectacular animation and its touching characters lie former ESMA students. Among them are Élise Carret and François Briantais, two talents who are making their dream come true by taking part in this prestigious project. Their career path, a true reflection of ESMA’s success in the world of international animation, deserves a spotlight. Let’s take a look at their contribution to this ambitious masterpiece.

Dive into the creative world of short films made by our 3D Animation and Special Effects students, which have been selected for prestigious international festivals throughout November.

Produced by talented members of the Class of 2023, the short film Coquille has been selected for the prestigious FOYLE FILM FESTIVAL, a world-renowned event held every year in the UK!

Immerse yourself in the creative world of our 3D Animation and Special Effects students, with a selection of their short films, which won awards and acclaim at international festivals in October.

From 28 to 30 October, ESMA will be transformed into a thrill-seeking venue with a special Halloween screening.

Every year, the Association Française du Cinéma d’Animation (AFCA) celebrates the diversity of animation with the Fête du Cinéma d’Animation. This year, ESMA is joining forces with Cinéma Pathé Toulouse Labège to invite the Toulouse public to two special screenings dedicated to the creations of its students. Join us on Sunday 27 October to immerse yourself in the captivating world of these young talents, for an unforgettable visual and audio experience.

From 9 to 12 October 2024, Sète was the setting for the first edition of Creatvty, a festival dedicated to new forms of audiovisual creation. ESMA was a proud partner of this event, offering a unique opportunity to showcase innovative productions from the Occitanie region, while facilitating exchanges between professionals and young audiovisual talent.

The Utopiales festival will take place from 30 October to 3 November 2024 at the Cité des Congrès in Nantes! As every year, you’ll be able to discover innovative and creative projects created by ESMA students. Les Utopiales is an internationally renowned event devoted to science fiction, bringing together enthusiasts, creators, artists, scientists and intellectuals to explore the many facets of the imaginary world through literature, film, comics and discussion. Through conferences, screenings and exhibitions, the festival invites visitors to reflect on future technological and scientific developments, often in relation to the major issues of our time.

In September 2024, students in their final year of 3D Animation experienced a key moment in their career. After four years of intense work, the class of 2024 in 3D Animation and Special Effects unveiled their graduation films at the ESMA Graduation Show 2024. This three-day event, held in Montpellier, brought together 3D4 students, their friends and family, industry professionals and teaching staff, to celebrate the culmination of their studies and their transition to the professional world. Here’s a look back at the highlights of the event, which revealed new talent and marked the end of a journey rich in creativity and learning.

The long-awaited results of The Rookies 2024 competition have finally been revealed, and ESMA has once again distinguished itself as one of the best creative schools in the world. The school took first place in the Excellence in 3D Animation Production category and achieved outstanding rankings in other areas, consolidating its position as a leader in the training of creative talent.

Discover the short films by our students in the 3D Animation and Special Effects programme, selected and awarded at numerous festivals around the world in September…