ANNECY FESTIVAL 2023

Paulette is a caring mother who is determined to fix the mistakes she has made in this animated comedy. She sets out on a culinary adventure to reconcile with her daughter, Linda, but things quickly become chaotic in the kitchen. With guaranteed laughter, this fun-filled animation is a must-see for everybody!

Kensuke’s Kingdom follows the thrilling adventure of Michael, a young boy embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime sailing trip with his family. However, excitement turns to fear when a violent storm strikes, sending Michael and his dog, Stella, overboard. They wash ashore on a remote island, where survival becomes a challenge. As Michael navigates this new reality, he discovers he’s not alone. He encounters Kensuke, a mysterious Japanese man living on the island since World War II. Initially wary of each other, they must put their differences aside when dangerous invaders threaten their fragile paradise, forcing Michael and Kensuke to unite to protect their home.

Lao Wang is a middle-aged man. He works in a security department of a college which is located at a big school town. He lives a calm life. Xiao Wang is a freshman. He has a conflict with his roommate and is taken to the security department by his counselor. In a room of this foggy winter day, Lao Wang and Xiao Li are tasting the life of their own, and something unexpected is just about to happen... The school town is waiting quietly for the next day as it always be.

In 2200, private detective Aline Ruby and her android partner Carlos Rivera are hired by a wealthy businessman to track down a notorious hacker. On Mars, they descend deep into the underbelly of the planet's capital city where they uncover a darker story of brain farms, corruption, and a missing girl who holds a secret about the robots that threatens to change the face of the universe.

After an Iraqi missile strike, the oil metropolis of Abadan descends into chaos. Fourteen-year-old Omid, who works as a food delivery boy, is searching for his missing brother - and for an escape route out of the besieged city.

Amidst intricate inventions and a thirst for knowledge, a pioneering inventor explores existence's core alongside a spirited French princess. Departing Italy, Leonardo da Vinci seeks innovation within the French court, crafting soaring devices and delving into human anatomy. With the audacious Marguerite by his side, they embark on a journey to unveil life's purpose. Experience the captivating tale of a brilliant mind in this visually stunning and thought-provoking film.

Four Souls of Coyote is an alternative and more modest creation myth, in which the human being is neither the top creature of nature nor the king of the world, but only one of all the creatures. Surprisingly, these archaic myths depict the interrelated nature of the world quite similarly to modern scientific results; their morals and wisdom resonate with current environmental and green movements. The film goes back to the creation of the world, when Old Man created life from mud. His every creation is new and unknown and affects the rest of the world. Desire and emotions are unknown as well, and with the evolution of those, the world becomes more complicated. Through adventures filled with animals, magic, hunger, greed and the sacred circle of all creations, the story gives us hope that it Is not too late to correct our course - it is the last minute to save Earth.

A duo consisting of a Don Quixote puppet and DJ Doggie Dog, a toy dog, cross paths in New York City for an epic adventure. Additionally, Dee, a puppet who is often typecast as 'the damsel in distress,' tires of being labeled and takes on the leadership of a community of theater puppets in order to save her friends. Created by the writers of Toy Story, comes this film centered on the friendship, bravery and imagination of this group of quirky characters.

In a tranquil Tokyo neighborhood, teens wake to find glowing bedroom mirrors transporting them to an enchanting castle. Inside, enigmatic clues promise one wish, but they must leave by 5 o'clock or face dire consequences. To escape, they must share tales of courage. Join this thrilling journey of self-discovery and forging one's path!

Juliette and Carmen, two audacious sisters discovering a passage to the universe of their favorite book: "The Kingdom of the Winds" where they will be transformed and trapped.