Celebrate the best in digital media and visual effects at 2023 SCAD AnimationFest Lacoste
Fête the best in animation and explore new frontiers in digital creativity from France's breathtaking Luberon Valley at the 2023 SCAD AnimationFest Lacoste. This two-day festival at SCAD's study abroad location returns for a second year, welcoming students, honored guests, and industry professionals for screenings, presentations, and master classes on the future of animation, digital media, visual effects, and more. Follow SCAD and SCADFILM for the latest SCAD AnimationFest updates. Follow SCAD and SCADFILM for the latest SCAD AnimationFest updates.
Friday, April 28
7:30 p.m.
'Minions: The Rise of Gru'
Panelists: Richard Adenot, CG supervisor, Illumination Entertainment Paris, and Jonathan del Val, co-director, Minions: The Rise of Gru
From the biggest global animated franchise in history comes the origin story of how the world’s greatest supervillain first met his iconic Minions, forged cinema's most despicable crew, and faced off against the most unstoppable criminal force ever assembled.
The screening is preceded by a curated filmmaker conversation with Illumination Entertainment.
Presented in English with French subtitles.
Saturday, April 29
2:30 p.m.
SCAD Student Showcase and Animation Program Q&A
At SCAD, animation students learn and work in a growing field that has ascended to preeminence in the entertainment industry. This selection of student-produced short films features a range of styles and techniques. The showcase is followed by a conversation on the SCAD animation program with faculty members.
Disorder, directed by Leann Zuo (M.F.A., animation, 2022)
Cow, directed by Wendy Kong (B.F.A., animation, 2022)
Fresh Meat, directed by Andrew Mottola (B.F.A. animation)
Baklava, directed by Emily Prescott (B.F.A., animation, 2022)
Lake Tsomgo, directed by Chandana Ramesh (B.F.A., animation, 2022)
My Playmate From Hell, directed by Jerry Delgersaikhan (B.F.A., animation, 2021)
Wasteland Delivery, directed by Mishi Lee (B.F.A., animation, 2021) and Erin Truong (B.F.A., animation, 2021)
Crossing Over, directed by Gabi Orlandi Fernandes (M.F.A., animation, 2022)
The First Love, directed by Chan Ju Park (M.F.A., animation, 2021)
Eye Can't, directed by Natalie Stepanian (B.F.A., animation, 2022)
GARG!, directed by Landon Jenkins (B.F.A., animation, 2022)
Ephemeral Penumbra, directed by Selina Perez (B.F.A. animation)
3:30 p.m.
Haute Couture: Pioneering Fashion in the Metaverse
Panelists: Julien Fournié, creative director of Julien Fournié Haute Couture, and Jean Paul Cauvin, chief operating officer of Julien Fournié Haute Couture
Paris fashion designer Julien Fournié is considered one of the most avant-garde couturiers of his generation. A pioneer since 2011 in the integration of haute couture outfits reimagined for video game platforms and virtual runways, Julien Fournié Haute Couture is renowned for utilizing the digital world to forge new paths, test fresh aesthetics, and create a hub for the fashion-design tools of tomorrow. In this illuminating session, Fournié and Chief Operating Officer Jean Paul Cauvin will explore the bridge between traditional high fashion and the ultra-innovation of the metaverse where no other couturier has gone before.
Explore Fournié's most iconic pieces at Julien Fournié: Haute Couture Un Point C'est Tout!, on view at SCAD FASH Lacoste through Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023. SCAD FASH Lacoste is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
5 p.m.
'Little Nicholas: Happy as Can Be'
Somewhere between Montmartre and Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Jean-Jacques Sempé and René Goscinny lean over a large, white sheet of paper and bring to life a mischievous and endearing boy, Little Nicholas. From schoolyard games and fights to summer camp pranks and camaraderie, Nicholas lives a merry and enriching childhood. As the adventures of Nicholas and his friends unfold, the boy makes his way into his creators' workshop and light-heartedly questions them. Sempé and Goscinny recount the story of their friendship, career, and reveal a childhood filled with hopes and dreams. The screening will be followed by a reprise of the SCAD Student Showcase.
Presented in French with English subtitles.
6:30 p.m.
SCAD AnimationFest Celebration
Mix and mingle with other SCAD AnimationFest Lacoste attendees on the lawn of Maison Basse, the historic farmhouse, inn, and famed gambling den that is now the centerpiece of SCAD's stunning study abroad location. Local food trucks will offer a variety of options for purchase.
8 p.m.
Genndy Tartakovsky’s 'Primal'
Presented by Julien Chheng, co-founder, director, and producer, Studio La Cachette
Primal, created and directed by Dexter's Laboratory, Samurai Jack, and Star Wars: Clone Wars creator Genndy Tartakovsky, follows a caveman at the dawn of evolution and a dinosaur threatened with extinction, who forge a bond after they endure individual tragedies. Their extraordinary friendship becomes the only hope of survival in this violent and primitive world.
The screening is preceded by a behind-the-scenes presentation from Studio La Cachette.
Tickets for SCAD AnimationFest Lacoste are available now. Check out exclusive screenings, industry presentations, and the best in animation and digital media April 28–29, 2023. Tickets for daytime AnimationFest events (prior to 5 p.m.) are free for all patrons.
Tickets are complimentary for SCAD Card holders. SCAD Card holders may need to register an account before purchasing their tickets and should check their email for more information.