Animahenasyon: The Philippine Animation Festival

Animahenasyon: The Philippine Animation Festival ANIMAHENASYON: The Philippine Animation Festival is an annual festival organized by ACPI.
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We aim to encourage the production of original content, recognize Filipino talents in the field of animation, and encourage creative excellence and competitiveness. Since 2007, ACPI has been organizing ANIMAHENASYON, an annual animation festival that showcases Filipino talent in animation. The event is composed of plenary sessions on animation, technical workshop sessions, and an exhibition of companies offering animation and other related creative services.

Stay in the loop with the Philippine animation industry!Join the ACPI Community Announcements channel by the Animation C...
25/04/2026

Stay in the loop with the Philippine animation industry!

Join the ACPI Community Announcements channel by the Animation Council of the Philippines, Inc. and get the latest updates on events, opportunities, and industry news—all in one place.

Whether you're an Animationprofessional, student, or creative enthusiast, this is your direct line to what’s happening in the local animation scene. ✨

📲 Scan the QR code or click this link https://m.me/ch/AbZReEEpZOJ8uSNz/?send_source=cm%3Acopy_invite_link and join us today!

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet Danica Jude Sy — a 22-year-old aspiring Filipino animation director and artist from Dapit...
25/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet Danica Jude Sy — a 22-year-old aspiring Filipino animation director and artist from Dapitan City, Zamboanga del Norte. Her work explores themes of cultural identity and personal growth through animation, giving voice to stories that are both deeply personal and universally resonant.

Her thesis film “Blinding Lights”, which she co-directed, was a grantee of the 1st Cycle of the Student Film Assistance Program by FDCP and earned an Honorable Mention at Gawad Alternatibo 2024. Meanwhile, her short film “Wishes” brought home the Open Category Winner award at Brunei Film Blitz 2023, along with multiple recognitions including an Honorable Mention at Gawad Alternatibo, a Top 20 spot at Animahenasyon, and the Special Jury Prize and DGPI Emerging Filmmaker Award at the Ground Glass Film Festival.

🏆 Finalist in the Student Category – Animahenasyon 2024

Danica represents the excellence and evolving voice of Philippine animation—bold, thoughtful, and proudly rooted in Filipino storytelling.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Filipino. 🇵🇭✨
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet Mark Mendoza — a commercial director known for his strong focus on animation and stylized...
24/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet Mark Mendoza — a commercial director known for his strong focus on animation and stylized storytelling. With a keen eye for narrative and art direction, he has built a reputation as a leading director at one of the country’s top production houses, creating branded content for both local and international clients for over a decade.

Driven by a passion for original storytelling, Mark later founded his own development studio, where he has produced award-winning short films. He is currently working on a feature film while continuing to collaborate with fellow artists and storytellers to push the boundaries of Filipino animation and develop original intellectual properties.

🏆 Grand Winner, Professional Category – Animahenasyon 2024

Together with this year’s finalists, Mark represents the excellence and evolving voice of Philippine animation.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Filipino. 🇵🇭✨
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet Harvey Gozado Gonzales—a finalist in the Student Category and Toon City Choice Awardee at...
23/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet Harvey Gozado Gonzales—a finalist in the Student Category and Toon City Choice Awardee at Animahenasyon 2025, and one of the creative minds behind Duros.

Harvey is a director, visual artist, and multimedia storyteller from Cagayan, Philippines. His work is deeply rooted in cultural identity, social observation, and emotional depth—exploring the vulnerability of the human condition across film, visual arts, and design. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for meaningful narratives, he continues to push the boundaries of Filipino storytelling in animation.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Filipino. 🇵🇭
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet Pop Filter Productions—a dynamic team of young Filipino creatives pushing the boundaries ...
22/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet Pop Filter Productions—a dynamic team of young Filipino creatives pushing the boundaries of storytelling through animation. Comprised of four passionate artists and storytellers, the group blends diverse skills in visual development, direction, and production to bring imaginative concepts to life. With a strong collaborative spirit, they craft narratives that are both playful and meaningful—capturing attention while staying rooted in authentic creative expression.

Finalists in the Student Category and Audience Choice Awardee of Animahenasyon 2025, they are the minds behind Meow Meow Meow Meow the Meowsical—a project that showcases their bold, quirky, and heartfelt approach to animation.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Filipino. 🇵🇭✨
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet Colada Productions—finalists in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 and the creati...
21/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet Colada Productions—finalists in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 and the creative minds behind Piaya 🍹✨

A passionate team of three animators, Colada Productions started as students brought together by a shared love for animation. For their final project, they created an animated short rooted in Filipino values—tackling a timely issue: the decline in support for small local businesses that produce homegrown goods.

Through Piaya, they blend storytelling and advocacy, using animation to spark awareness and inspire viewers to reconnect with and uplift local communities. 🇵🇭

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Filipino.
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight! Meet BlewYah! Animations—finalists in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025, and the cre...
20/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet BlewYah! Animations—finalists in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025, and the creative minds behind Coopse's Duties.

BlewYah! Animations is a team of five passionate student creators bringing bold ideas to life through animation. Known for their striking art styles and experimental approach, they push creative boundaries while telling meaningful stories. Their film Coopse’s Duties reflects their dedication, teamwork, and commitment to crafting compelling narratives—proving that fresh, young voices are shaping the future of Philippine animation.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Filipino. 🇵🇭✨
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet Sofia Chua, Avryll, and Isabella—finalists and Grand Winner in the Student Category of An...
18/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet Sofia Chua, Avryll, and Isabella—finalists and Grand Winner in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025, and the creative minds behind Unravelled.

Avryll, Sofia, and Isabella bring powerful storytelling to life through animation that explores themes of comfort, hope, and emotional depth. Sofia, a graduate of AB Management Economics who later pursued a second degree in BS Animation, took a bold step into the creative industry—proving that passion can redefine any path. Isabella, an illustrator, aims to create heartfelt and moving works that resonate deeply with audiences, blending artistic expression with meaningful narratives.

Together, their work reflects dedication, courage, and a shared vision to tell stories that connect and inspire.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Filipino. 🇵🇭✨
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet Tagos sa Puso — finalists in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 and the creative ...
17/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet Tagos sa Puso — finalists in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 and the creative minds behind P**o Bumbong!

Formed through a shared passion for storytelling and Filipino media, the team brings to life characters grounded in real emotions and relatable experiences. Leading the group is Carlo, the director, who combines a compelling narrative vision with strong technical expertise in 2D cutout animation and production workflow. Alongside him is Jeremimah, whose strengths in character design and background art shape the project’s distinct visual identity as the team’s illustrator.

Together, they collaborated across every stage of production—from concept development and storyboarding to animation, music, and editing—crafting a story that resonates deeply with its audience.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Filipino. 🇵🇭✨

🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet Studio Jeepney — finalists in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 and the creative...
16/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet Studio Jeepney — finalists in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 and the creative minds behind Maipinta!

This passionate team is composed of John Philip Gonzales, Luigi Miguel Ethan Galvez, Elyanna Marie Gonzales, and Nicole Angeline Santos. United by their love for animation, they aim to tell meaningful stories that celebrate Filipino identity and creativity.

For Studio Jeepney, animation goes beyond visuals—it's a powerful medium for preserving culture, expressing stories, and inspiring future generations of artists. Their work reflects a deep commitment to uplifting the local arts scene and showcasing proudly Pinoy talent on a bigger stage.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Filipino. 🇵🇭✨
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet the Finalist in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 — Ryan Tortor, creator of The ...
15/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet the Finalist in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 — Ryan Tortor, creator of The Are U Busy?

Ryan J. Tortor is an aspiring animator driven by a vision to bring Filipino animation to the international stage through original storytelling rooted in local culture and environment. Rather than adapting existing intellectual properties, he focuses on creating authentic narratives inspired by Filipino heritage and folklore. Looking ahead, Ryan plans to further enrich his work by producing versions of his films in his native languages, Hiligaynon and Kinaray-a, championing regional representation in animation.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Pinoy. 🇵🇭✨
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!Meet the Finalist in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 — Rose Dianalou Cruzat, creato...
14/04/2026

🎬 Animahenasyon Spotlight!

Meet the Finalist in the Student Category of Animahenasyon 2025 — Rose Dianalou Cruzat, creator of The Paradise.

Rose Dianalou “Rose” Cruzat is an artist and animator from Batangas with a passion for illustration, 2D animation, storytelling, and character creation. She enjoys experimenting with different styles to bring her animations to life—often focusing on creative visual storytelling, thrilling plotlines, and appealing characters.

The future is creative—and it’s proudly Pinoy. 🇵🇭✨
🎨 Support local.
🎥 Celebrate stories.
💡 Empower creators.

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