Anifilm at 25: myths, Japanese animation highlights, and Prince of Persia creator

Photo: Anifilm

The annual Anifilm International Festival of Animated Films kicks off on May 5 in the North Bohemian city of Liberec. This year’s programme features more than 500 animated films and games, alongside exhibitions, talks and other accompanying events. I spoke with programme coordinator Radek Hosenseidl and began by asking him about this year’s main theme, which is myths and legends.

“We have been thinking about working on this theme for some time because when we look back to the very beginning of film and animation, there are many films that were based on myths and old stories such as The Adventures of Prince Achmed or The White Snake Enchantress.

See more here.

Author: Ruth Fraňková