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How Catalonia Became One of Europe’s Fastest Growing Animation Hubs


Catalan producers and filmmakers benefit from strong public backing, enthusiastic public broadcasters, and a well-trained base of experienced artists.

“When we launched, the goal was to provide Catalan producers with the best conditions and framework to enhance and promote their creative, professional and artistic exchanges in the international arena,” says ICEC director Edgar Garcia. Ivan Díaz, head of international at Barcelona-based sales, distribution and production house Filmax agrees and says that in today’s market, animated films are some of the easiest to sell abroad. With robust government backing, eager public broadcasters, well-trained artists and a track record for commercial success, there is every reason to believe that Catalan animation will continue to flourish.

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