Guests 2026
Antonina Adamkowicz
Freelance Animator
Denmark
I'm a polish animator and ever since my graduation from The Animation Workshop in 2024 I've been working for A.Film Production on features and series both in 3D and 2D. I work in Denmark but looking to connect with companies in Poland.
Fredrik Horn Akselsen
Klipp Fiction
Norway
We want to tell entertaining stories from a multifaceted and playful universe designed to inspire and delight a wide audience! Our stories aim to create positive and memorable experiences for both small children, young adults and grown ups.
Oscar Albertsen
Will & Agency / PUBLIKUM
Denmark
Audience design & research
Federica Alderighi
Moscerine Film Festival
Italy
Moscerine Film Festival (MFF) is Italy’s first film festival dedicated to filmmakers under the age of 12. Based in Rome, it promotes film education and gives children a platform to express their creativity and tell their own stories through cinema.
Isavella Alopoudi
Neda Film
Greece
Neda Film was established in Athens in 2014 by producer Amanda Livanou, and it now includes two more producers, Isavella Alopoudi and Katerina Tzourou, who both started their careers at Neda Film. The company has produced features and documentaries that have made an impact nationally and internationally, many of them with first time directors in international co-productions, as well as servicing for challenging, independent productions filmed in Greece. In 2018 Neda Film co-founded with Calliope Charalambous, the Athens International Children’s Festival which quickly became the leading film festival for children in the capital. The festival is currently in its eighth edition. In addition, Neda has been developing a strong animation slate while partnering with a new, energetic generation of Greek animators who have studied abroad and are now building their work portfolios, through short films and collaborations with European producers and animation content. In the last couple of years, the company has expanded into TV drama development with a strong international angle. Since 2020, Neda Film’s development slate is supported by the MEDIA.
Niels Andersen Dolmer
Freelancer
Denmark
I'm a danish Director, Writer and Artist with more than a decade of experience in animation, particularly in Animation Direction and in the development and writing of new pitches. The 40+ TV episodes I’ve directed have half a billion views on Youtube alone, and every project I’ve applied first development funding for, has gotten it. I'm used to work all across Europe and speak English, Danish and some Polish.
Nils Andersson
Smorgasbord Picture House
Sweden
Smorgasbord Picture House is a boutique distribution company based in Sweden. We acquire and distribute films from all over the world for the Swedish and Scandinavian markets. Our main focus is films for a younger audience, live-action features, animations and documentaries as well as award-winning arthouse titles for all ages.
Cristina Angelucci
The Animation Journal and Licensing Magazine
Italy
The Animation Journal is the only animation publication and media platform based in Europe, aimed at bridging European animation on a global scale. Licensing Magazine is one of the most authoritative media systems and publications in the global licensing business.
Samir Arabzadeh
Sideways Studios
Sweden
Sideways Studios was founded by filmmakers Samir Arabzadeh and Fredrik Svensson in 2019, with a production company in Gothenburg, Sweden and a studio in Cebu, the Philippines. Sideways develops, funds and produces works across all genres and formats. The company’s first finished production is the live action feature film “TILT”, which is currently in late post-production and set to premiere in 2027. Sideways is currently in production with the short animation Snot Shine and the full length documentary Till Death Do Us Part, which is being produced together with MDEMC. Additionally, Sideways is developing a number of projects, including the animated Valentino IP (both as series and feature film), the 2D adult series Lyka and the Goat Ghost and the fiction thriller You Must Bleed.
Carlo Aragona
Moscerine Film Festival
Italy
Moscerine Film Festival is an international children’s film festival based in Rome and the first competitive Italian festival dedicated to short films made by filmmakers under 12. Through its competition, screenings, workshops, industry programmes and international partnerships, MFF supports young filmmakers, promotes film and media education, and connects children with festivals, schools and film professionals from Italy and abroad.
Adam Bailey
BBC Studios Kids & Family
United Kingdom
BBC Studios Kids & Family is an integral part of the BBC Studios content powerhouse. Our specialist knowledge of what makes young people tick allows us to identify, nurture, innovate and invest in great projects, turning them into huge global hits.
François-Marc Baillet
Foliascope
France
2D and stop motion Animation Studio
Zuzana Balkoova
MEDIA 4U
Slovakia
MEDIA 4U is an independent Slovak production company developing and producing original film and television content. The company focuses on strong storytelling, distinctive characters and projects with international potential. Its current slate includes feature films, drama series and content for children and young audiences, including the hybrid children’s series *Agátka, Where Are You Flying?*.
Lucas Bicalho
Letko
Poland
Producing animation, shorts, series and feature films
Tim Biedert
Freelance
Germany
After 16 years at Nickelodeon/Paramount (including an international role and high-end scripted projects for the Paramount+ streaming service), I started my own (freelance) business in 2025. Based in Berlin - open to intl. collaborations as well. I am passionate about developing and producing great content for children, teens and young adults - across all genres. Who am I? A highly creative, well-organized and empathetic media professional with more than 20 years of experience in local and international format creation. Unique skillset, team-player, fun to work with and always adding a good dose of humor.
Rafał Blecharz
Animwood Studio
Poland
Animwood is an independent animation studio and production company based in Kraków, developing original animated films and series for international audiences. The studio has collaborated with partners including Amazon MGM Studios and ABC, while also contributing to European documentary productions. Current projects include the animated biopic Citizen Olisadebe, the animated series Sportsville, and several animated shorts. At Animwood’s core is a strong focus on narrative, story development and carefully crafted writing.
Giovanna Bo
Doghead Animation
Italy
Founded in 2019 by Movimenti Production and with about 500 professionals working, DogHead Animation is the leading 2D animation studio in Italy. Its headquarter is in Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, while starting from 2023 Bari hosts the brand new DogHead Animation Apulia studio. Thanks to its permanent crew and its network of in-house trained talents, DogHead has a reliable and quality focused team of artists who animates national and international projects.
Ada Bogdziewicz-Spanevello
Mazovia Warsaw Film Fund; Mazovia Warsaw Film Commission
Poland
Mazovia Warsaw Film Commission & Mazovia Warsaw Film Fund support film production as complimentary service and as a co-producer with financial contribution. MWFC organizes Film the Book, Script Mentoring programme and Script Wars competition
Cecilie Bolvinkel
m:brane
Sweden
m:brane is a unique, international platform which focuses solely on young audiences projects in development, looking for financing and partnerships. The Forum, taking place annually in Malmö, Sweden sets the stage for a highly curated range of independent content from documentaries, interactive, web, apps, and features for cinema to tv and 360 immersive storytelling aimed at a young audience, age 3-25 years.
Thomas Borch Nielsen
Nice Ninja
Denmark
Nice Ninja is a film and media company based in Copenhagen. We are the award-winning team behind successful animated feature films such as “Sunshine Barry & The Disco Worms“ and the TV series “Apple Hills” and “Birds”. We like to experiment with the latest technology to find new ways to unfold a project’s vision in a strong and interesting way. Our entry into a project is typically through a feature film or a TV series, but it is important that the universes we create can be expanded to other platforms. We have a very experienced team and an efficient pipeline that enables us to produce high-end animation and live-action projects within moderate budgets. We love to laugh, which explains why most of our projects are comedies.
Angelo Bottone
Moscerine Film Festival
Italy
The Moscerine Film Festival is an international film festival dedicated to films made by children and young people up to the age of 12.
Marta Bregeš
Kinorama
Croatia
Kinorama is a production company founded in 2003 and based in Zagreb, Croatia. Kinorama’s filmography includes 40 feature-length films, most of them co-productions, several TV series, and a number of shorts. Kinorama’s films were screened and awarded at prestigious festivals such as Cannes, Berlin, Venice, Karlovy Vary, Toronto, Locarno.
Michał Broniszewski
Galapagos Films
Poland
Theatrical, VOD, TV distribution in Poland and Eastern Europe.
Katerina Buzkova
DARQ Studio
Czech Republic
Founded in 2016, DARQ Studio is a Prague-based production company active in both feature films and commercial work. Through our work, we feel a strong need to focus on original projects with creative and meaningful impact, and to provide a platform for emerging filmmakers eager to tell their stories in fiction film.
Franklin Cadre
Mediatoon Distribution
France
Mediatoon Distribution successfully manages and markets iconic shows worldwide. Thanks to the in-house studios (Belvision, Ellipse Animation, Studio Campedelli) and third party producers, Mediatoon’s catalogue consists of over 10,000 half-hours worth of animated content. This includes iconic series such as Garfield, SamSam, Tintin or Trotro, all of which continue to cement Mediatoon’s position as one of the leading Kids and Family IP managers and animation distributors in Europe.
Nuala Carr
Dyehouse Films
Ireland
Dyehouse Films creates bold, thought-provoking film and television for young audiences. Our dramas and documentaries combine authenticity, originality, warmth, mischief and visual flair, telling stories that entertain while opening up new ways of seeing the world. We work with talented creative partners, to craft distinctive, ambitious content with heart which connects with audiences at home in Ireland and internationally, across screens big and small.
Zuzana Černá
Czech Audiovisual Fund
Czech Republic
Czech Film Center is a part of the Czech Audiovisual Fund. We stand as the official representative of Czech cinema and audiovisual industry and the partner of major international film festivals, actively participating in selection process and presentation of Czech films and film projects.
Federico Cervelli
Moscerine Film Festival
Italy
An association dedicated to teaching very young children visual culture witch organizes an annual festival of short films made by filmmakers under the age of 12
Yassen Chorbadjiysky
Robo Lab
Bulgaria
ROBO LAB is a studio that specializes in high-quality video production, animation, and character design as well as 2D and 3D motion graphics. We believe that good storytelling has the greatest impact, thus delivering top results. Therefore, we offer a broad range of services aimed at every client’s specific needs. Our team’s extensive experience in the advertising business has enabled us to develop an in-depth understanding of the process of creating an idea from scratch and then turning it into a successful multi-channel campaign, service, or product.
Marzena Cieślik
Polish Producers Alliance (KIPA)
Poland
The Polish Producers Alliance (KIPA) was established 25 years ago and is one of the largest independent business organizations, boasting over 160 member entities. Among these entities are production companies specializing in film, television, and advertising, as well as film schools and regional film funds (RFF). Since its inception in 2000, KIPA has played a crucial role in the development of the Polish audiovisual industry. The primary goal of KIPA is to represent the economic interests of its members, particularly before the government and key players in the audiovisual market. The chamber facilitates the integration of producers, serving as a platform for the exchange of experiences and collaboration. Additionally, it disseminates information about current legislative amendments, including those related to taxation, and highlights the most significant events in the industry. KIPA provides access to legal services offered by leading practitioners specializing in audiovisual sector issues. It also shapes and popularizes the principles of professional ethics. Moreover, the alliance organizes training sessions and workshops for professionals and promotes the work of its members.
Tytus Ciski
Adam Mickiewicz Institute
Poland
Since 2000, the Adam Mickiewicz Institute has promoted Polish culture worldwide and fostered international cultural cooperation. As a state institution under the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage, AMI helps build a positive image of Poland abroad. Its mission is to strengthen Poland's presence in international cultural dialogue through innovative programs and partnerships that showcase Polish artists' contributions to global heritage — blending tradition with contemporary creativity. Through cultural exchange, AMI fosters mutual understanding and collaboration, helping address today's geopolitical, climate, and technological challenges for a more sustainable future.
Jessica Cohen
Cinekid
Netherlands
Cinekid for Professionals (CfP) is Europe’s central hub for professionals dedicated to high-quality children’s film and media. Each year, during the multi-day live event at the Festival, over 400 industry experts gather to explore the latest trends and innovations. With a focus on children’s film, television, cross-media, digital arts, and media literacy, CfP offers a dynamic platform to connect, collaborate, and discover.
Simon Crowe
SC FILMS INTERNATIONAL
United Kingdom
SC FILMS INTERNATIONAL is a sales, distribution, production and finance company based in London. it was formed in 2008 by Simon Crowe and tech entrepreneur Matthew Joynes. Recent titles include animation features GNOME ALONE, WHITE FANG, MARMADUKE and GIRL IN THE CLOUDS.
Alexandra Cruz
The Yellow Affair
Denmark
The Yellow Affair is a World Sales Agent and Executive Producer for films & TV series from around the world. Since its formation in 2010, has a proven track record and has a growing reputation in areas of development, financing, marketing, and selling films and TV series of all types and genres. The Yellow Affair is one of the most prominent international sales companies based in Helsinki and London with a catalogue of over 100 films and TV series and owned by prolific production companies in Scandinavia. The Yellow Affair is looking for projects of integrity, that boast high-end production values with big commercial potential. We are interested in strong stories with mid range budget levels with known cast or established director and creators.
Franciszek Cukla
Liceum Filmowe i Kreacji Gier Wideo
Poland
The Film High School and Video Game Creation (Liceum Filmowe i Kreacji Gier Wideo) operating alongside the Warsaw Film School is an artistic general secondary school in Warsaw founded by Oscar-nominated director Maciej Ślesicki and acclaimed actor Bogusław Linda.
Weronika Czołnowska
New Horizons International Film Festival
Poland
27th New Horizons IFF (22 July – 1 August 2027, Wrocław) is Poland’s biggest art house festival, a showcase of bold auteur cinema which explores new horizons in film language, expression and storytelling. The key industry events: Polish Days – presentations and screenings of the lat- est Polish films and New Horizons Studio+, which is a programme for European filmmakers working on their first or second movie. More than 600 film professionals visit the festival every year.
Agata Darlasi
Freelancer
Greece
Agata Darlasi is a Narrative Intelligence Architect, Development Producer, and Pitching Expert specializing in the development of high-impact stories and the strategic positioning of audiovisual projects for the international market. Since 2007, she has worked across film and television as a director, screenwriter, and development producer, while designing and leading workshops in pitching, narrative strategy, and storytelling for institutions including Westerdals (Norway), Emerson College (US), the Onassis Cultural Center, the Goethe-Institut, the Olympia International Film Festival, and SÖRÄNGENS FOLKHÖGSKOLA (Sweden). Her masterclasses have been presented at major European festivals and industry platforms, including FICX Gijón, POFF Tallinn, Young Horizons, Cinekid Professionals, and IFFP Patmos. A TEDx speaker ("Time for Heroes", 2017), she also advises CEOs, founders, public speakers, and policymakers on executive communication, persuasive storytelling, and high-stakes presentations. She currently teaches Leadership Public Speaking in the MBA program of the American Business University of Athens.
Gulshan David
Toonz Media Group
Spain
Toonz Media Group is a global media and entertainment company founded in 1999, headquartered in Trivandrum, India, with offices across Europe, North America, and New Zealand. The group specializes in the development, production, and distribution of animated and live-action content for kids and families, spanning 2D/3D animation, live-action and stop-motion production (through its Irish studio Telegael), television distribution (via Toonz Entertainment, with a library of 4,000+ half-hours of programming), a theatrical sales agency, and licensing. Toonz has worked with major partners including Disney, Marvel, Universal, Paramount, BBC, and Netflix.
Rob Doherty
Hasbro
United Kingdom
Hasbro is a leading games, IP and toy company whose mission is to create joy and community through the magic of play. With 165 years of expertise, Hasbro delivers groundbreaking play experiences and reaches more than 1 billion fans annually around the world, through physical and digital games, video games, toys, licensed consumer products, location-based entertainment, film, TV and more.
Alexandre Dupont-Geisselmann
Farbfilm Verleih
Germany
farbfilm verleih was established 2005. The first films were children's films,followed by highly decorated debut films and exciting documentaries and finally feature films. Our main focus is still Children films and we look forward to the next exciting films to come.
Caroline Duvochel
ELLIPSE ANIMATION
France
For over 60 years, Ellipse Animation has been giving life to iconic characters, going from The Adventures of Tintin to The Smurfs and The Marsupilamis. Our production labels Dargaud Media, Dupuis Audiovisuel and Ellipsanime Productions are behind the largest animation catalogue in Europe. We are part of the Média-Participations group, a European leader in Publising, Media and Entertainment.
Anna Ewa Dziedzic
Young Horizons Industry
Poland
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Vilde Eide
73 Eyes Film Production
Norway
73 Eyes Film Production is a Production Company based near Stavanger on the West coast of Norway. We strive to create high-quality films and series with meaningful content that entertains and moves our audiences.
Tomas Eiselt
Blue Light Pictures
Czech Republic
Blue Light Pictures develops and produces animated films and series with a focus on original intellectual property, international co-productions, and family audiences. The company combines creative development, financing, and production management, working with European partners to bring distinctive animation projects to international markets.
Sigrid Ekbaum
Estonian Film Institute
Estonia
The Estonian Film Institute is an open and accessible institution, whose statutes aim at preserving and developing Estonian national film culture. The aim is to ensure that Estonian filmmaking is viable, of high quality, respectful of its audience and internationally successful.
Michael Engelhardt
Playwrite D&P UG
Germany
PLAYWRITE D&P UG focuses on the development and production of comedy, children’s, youth and family entertainment films, as well as the further exploitation of its IP across multiple formats, including TV series, audiobooks, stage musicals, books, merchandising and music productions.
Lea Fleischer
The Playmaker Munich
Germany
The Playmaker is an enthusiastic, open, and determined world sales company based in the heart of Munich. Our international sales catalogue focuses on family entertainment as well as genre films such as horror, thriller, action, and science fiction. Occasionally, we represent carefully selected dramas with prestigious festival potential. Every film is treated uniquely, with tailored strategies to maximize exposure to the target audience and ensure the best returns for its creators.
Susanne Freese
Lighthouse Home Entertainment
Germany
Lighthouse Home Entertainment, based in Hamburg, is an independent distributor in the German-speaking market. Since 2011, we have built a growing portfolio of films, with a special focus on cinema releases. We are expanding our presence in the Kids & Family sector and are actively seeking exciting (co-)production projects with strong potential for theatrical release. Our catalogue also includes drama, comedy, romance, action, adventure, horror, fantasy, and science fiction, with recent cinema successes such as the French comedy *Voilà Papa*.
Zivile Gallego
Fralita Films
Lithuania
FRALITA FILMS is a Lithuanian production company founded in 2009, dedicated to creating feature films and documentaries with strong artistic vision and human depth. We focus on stories that resonate: emotionally, culturally, and internationally, and we collaborate closely with filmmakers to bring bold, authentic voices to the screen.
Amanda Gamby
TrustNordisk
Denmark
TrustNordisk came to be in 2008, when film and production company, Zentropa (est. 1991), and the oldest production company in the world, Nordisk Film (est. 1908), merged their sales arms Trust Film Sales and Nordisk Film International Sales.
Nuša Gantar
Outfit7
Slovenia
Outfit7 is a global mobile gaming and digital entertainment company best known for creating the Talking Tom & Friends franchise.
Sergio Garcia de Leaniz
Eurimages - Council of Europe
France
Eurimages is the cultural support fund of the Council of Europe. Established in 1989, it currently numbers 39 of the 46 member states of the Strasbourg-based Organisation, plus Canada. Eurimages promotes independent filmmaking by providing financial support to feature-length films, animation and documentary films. In doing so, it encourages co-operation between professionals established in different countries.
Lukas Gargulak
Cinebonbon
Czech Republic
Cinebonbon is an independent Czech production company developing distinctive film and television projects for a new generation of viewers. Founded by director and creative producer Karolina Zalabáková and artist-producer Lukáš Gargulák, the company combines strong storytelling, visual originality, social relevance and a sharp sense of humour. A member of the Czech Audiovisual Producers’ Association, Cinebonbon has produced titles including Sex O’Clock I & IIand Chronicle of Orgasm. Its current slate includes Intimacy on Prescription, inspired by the true story of pioneering sex therapy in 1970s Czechoslovakia, and Rebel with a Cause, a miniseries about the young Miloš Forman. Cinebonbon creates locally rooted stories with European ambition: Stories that entertain, move and make audiences think.
Stojche Gjorgjiev
Bibi's World
North Macedonia
Bibi’s World is a children’s media and entertainment company creating original animated series, films, music and educational content, supported by publishing, consumer products, licensing and live experiences. The brand is established across Southeast Europe and is now expanding into Poland and other CEE markets.
Anna Głowik
Letko
Poland
We founded Letko studio to help shape the new wave of Polish animation by creating original IPs rooted in artistic ambition and international co-production. We combine three pillars: original IP development, artistic experimentation through short films, and high-quality animation production. Through productions such as ODO, Jacob, Mimmi and the Talking Dogs, and Born in the jungle, we create emotionally engaging stories with distinctive visual styles that connect with audiences worldwide and demonstrate animation’s power as a universal artistic language.
Marta Grawon
Intuitive Minds Studio
Poland
Independent consultancy helping filmmakers and other creative professionals develop projects for international audiences. I combine story consulting, English coaching, translation and visual communication to support projects from early development through pitching and presentation.
Kjersti Greger
Klipp Fiction
Norway
Klipp Fiction (previously Klipp og Lim) is a Norwegian production company focusing on fun, original and captivating animation for all ages and formats.
Flora Grolitsch
tellfilm
Switzerland
tellfilm is a Zurich-based production company founded in 1997, renowned for its successful production of international fiction and documentary films. All of its films have celebrated their world premieres at A- or B-list festivals and have been sold worldwide. Directors who have collaborated with tellfilm include, among others, Margarethe von Trotta, Lisa Brühlmann, Greg Zglinski, Margherita Vicario, Nicolas Steiner, and Benjamin Heisenberg. Recent festival highlights include INGEBORG BACHMANN (Berlinale Competition 2023), GLORIA! (Berlinale Competition 2024), MOTHER’S BABY (Berlinale Competition 2025), and YOU BELIEVE IN ANGELS, MR DROWAK? (SIFF 2025). Katrin Renz is producer, CEO, and shareholder. Danielle Giuliani is producer and shareholder. Stefan Jäger is producer, screenwriter, shareholder and director. Flora Grolitsch is a producer.
Dwight Groot
Lemming Film
Netherlands
Amsterdam based production company for international films and series.
Anders Gustafsson
Hansen & Pedersen
Denmark
Hansen & Pedersen is an award-winning Danish production company, founded by director Anders Riis-Hansen and producer Malene Flindt Pedersen in 1997. The company’s trademark is to create high-end, creative documentaries that aim to show the complexity of the world and the people that surround us. Recent titles include The Tingbjerg Experiment (2026), Cambodian Beer Dreams (2026), Menopause Mystery (2026), Only on Earth (2025), Into the Ice (2022) and co-productions such as Apocalypse in the Tropics (2024) and Some of Us Walk in Raggedy Shoes (2024).
Alicja Hafke
Poznan Film Commission | Estrada Poznanska
Poland
Poznan Film Commission (PFC) organizes industry events, conferences, and film screenings. Participates in meetings, film festivals, conferences, and film-location trade fairs throughout Poland. PFC works directly with the film industry, recommending productions in Poznan to producers, film directors, and scenographers in Poland and abroad. PFC is organised by Estrada Poznanska and it is a part of Estrada's Film Department. The Film Department team is responsible as well for the Animator International Animated Film Festival which 20th edition will take place in July 2027 in Poznan.
Thor Hampus Bank
GotFat Productions
Denmark
At GotFat we make documentary and fiction - be it features, series or short - for international distribution. We work with both established and upcoming directors. With access to several national and regional funds, we also co-produce with European partners.
Ben Can Hekimoglu
Barely Media
Germany
Founded by two artists with a broad background in Design and Animation, Barely Media was born out of a shared passion for stories about ordinary people living alongside the supernatural. We specialize in 2D animation for young adult audiences, while exploring emerging formats and platforms.
Kalle Hennie
Ninjana Fiksjon
Norway
Ninjana Fiksjon AS is a company dedicated to develop and produce films for a young audience. The company focuses on stories from the Ninjana universe, and original IP that combines Nordic cultural heritage with adventure, humor and a strong female protagonist.
Karin Moe Hennie
Ninjana Fiksjon
Norway
Ninjana Fiksjon AS is a Norwegian film production company focused on developing screen content for children and young audiences. The company is dedicated to expanding the Ninjana universe across audiovisual formats, with a particular focus on feature film development. Working closely with Ninjana AS, the company develops stories that combine Nordic cultural heritage with adventure, humour and strong female protagonists. Ninjana Fiksjon AS has produced the short film, "Ninjana and the Cabin Thieves" and is currently developing the animated/live-action feature film Ninjana for an international audience. The company's ambition is to create original, high-quality stories that inspire young audiences while building bridges between Nordic and Japanese storytelling traditions.
Guro Heum
Frozen Memories
Norway
Frozen Memories is a creative production company based in Oslo, Norway. We specialize in crafting stories that inspire, raise awareness and challenge audiences — regardless of format or genre.
Tero Hiltunen
Neofilmi Oy
Finland
NEOfilmi Oy is a Finnish production company specialising in content for children and families, with a particular focus on feature films and television. Founded by award-winning director, screenwriter and dramaturge Päivi Hartzell, the company builds on a strong tradition of imaginative Nordic storytelling. Hartzell’s credits include Finland’s Academy Award submission The Snow Queen (1986), and she has received two Finnish Jussi Awards as well as the Finnish State Prize for Children’s Culture. NEOfilmi develops original, visually distinctive stories for young audiences with the ambition of reaching both Finnish and international markets.
Jadranka Hrga
Croatian Audiovisual Centre
Croatia
Croatian Audiovisual Centre was founded in 2008 as a result of the new Act on Audiovisual Industries unanimously passed by the Croatian Parliament in July 2007. It is funded by the grant-in-aid from the Government and through contributions of all those using audiovisual works, such as broadcasters, digital, cable and satellite operators, Internet providers, telecoms, and so on. As a main audiovisual agency in Croatia, the newly founded Centre has assumed overall responsibility for the growth of Croatia’s audiovisual industry. Its remit ranges from supporting production, distribution, exhibition, marketing and promotion, to professional training and supporting national film archive through the system of public subsidies.
Tamás Inczédy
Inczédy Tamás EV
Hungary
Connecting stories, people, systems and perspectives. I am a producer, writer and multidisciplinary maker with a background in economics, film, animation, AR/XR and collaborative story development.
Maciej Jakubczyk
New Horizons Association / Young Horizons
Poland
We distribute on all fields, we organize festivals, we fascilitate production.
Katarzyna Janiak
Timeless Studio
Poland
Timeless Studio is an independent film production and investment company focused on distinctive feature films, series and original IP with strong artistic vision and international potential. The company develops, co-produces and invests in projects worldwide, combining creative collaboration with equity financing, gap funding and access to Polish public incentives. Timeless Studio seeks bold, compelling stories with the potential to resonate across markets and cultures.
Jelle Janssen
Jelle Janssen
Netherlands
Having lived and worked in creative hubs such as Barcelona, Copenhagen and Bristol, Jelle's work has been shaped by turning everyday moments into heartfelt stories. Crafted through thoughtful design and animation. His latest short film Kukeleku, developed at Aardman Animations, has been selected for international festivals including StopTrik International Film Festival (Slovenia), Manchester Animation Festival (UK) and Zlín Film Festival (Czech Republic).
Lucille Janvier
MIAM! distribution
France
MIAM! ! is a Paris-based independent group founded in 2016 by Hanna Mouchez gathering three companies: MIAM! animation, dedicated to the development, financing, production, and co-production of animated series; MIAM! studio, a studio dedicated to the production of real-time CGI programs; and MIAM! distribution, the commercial arm of MIAM!, holding exclusive worldwide media distribution rights of a lineup of series and specials featuring engaging stories for preschoolers, kids, adults, and families alike. MIAM! animation is the production company of : .Edmond and Lucy (52x12’) commissioned by France Télévisions and HR /KiKA and broadcast in 120+ territories .The Tinies (50x11’ + 1x22’) in coproduction with Panique! and Lunanime for Canal+ the VRT and RTBF. .Goat Girl (26x11’) in coproduction with Daily Madness and Thuristar for Warner Bros Discovery EMEA, KiKA, RTE and the VRT. At MIAM!, we are passionate about our shows and their impact for a better future. We believe in sustainable ideas, innovative pipelines, and powerful storytelling. This includes bringing to market stories featuring new and diverse female roles, created, written, directed, and produced by talented women. https://www.miam-animation.com/
Laura Jarka
CARTOON
Belgium
CARTOON is an international non-profit association based in Brussels. CARTOON’s remit is to support the animation industry, and especially the European industry, by organising several types of events through the year dedicated to animation professionals (Cartoon Movie, CartoonNext, Cartoon Forum, Cartoon Springboard and Cartoon Business).
Maja Johannsen
Gotfat
Denmark
Maja Champa is collaborating with the producer company in making the animated documentary, Strawberry week.
Paweł Jóźwik
Under Ski Tower
Poland
Under Ski Tower is a film production company working across development, production, and post-production. We operate internationally, but think locally.
Justyna Juszczyk
Silesia Film Commission
Poland
As a Film Commission we are helping with finding locations, extras and film specialists in our region. Also we manage a film fund from which we finance film productions related to Silesia district. Silesia Film Commission is part of the Silesia Film Institution in Katowice. It is one of the key places on the cultural and film map of Upper Silesia. We deal with broadly understood activities in the field of cinematography, protection of film heritage and promotion and dissemination of film art, primarily related to the region. We popularize the region among filmmakers and we co-produce films important for the culture of the region and contributing to its development and promotion.
Łukasz Kacprowicz
Grupa Smacznego/GS Animation
Poland
GS Animation is an animation studio founded in 2004 based in Gdansk, Poland. The studio specializes in animation production and has experience in creating animation from project development to post-production.
Jakub Karwowski
Letko
Poland
Our mission is to tell meaningful stories in 2D animation.
Andrew Kavanagh
Kavaleer Productions Ltd
Ireland
Kavaleer Productions is an animation production company with studios based in Dublin Ireland and Manchester, UK. The company develops and produces a diverse range of animated TV shows for children, working on both original IP and in partnership with other companies. With a string of hit series including: Boy Girl Dog Cat Mouse Cheese, Pablo and Wonder Pets: In the City, and an active development slate, Kavaleer produces shows for leading broadcasters around the globe. Kavaleer are currently working on three international co-productions with territories such as Canada, Norway, France and the UK
Ivanna Khitsinska
WAYA Production
Ukraine
WAYA Production is an independent Ukrainian production company creating bold, character-driven fiction and documentary films with strong international potential. We develop projects rooted in contemporary Ukrainian experience while building them for European co-production, festival circulation and international audiences. Our slate combines auteur documentaries, cross-border co-productions and ambitious live-action projects for young audiences, including a family adventure conceived as the beginning of a film franchise.
Małgorzata Kiełt
Planet For Generations
Poland
Education related to sustainable film production, and education on sustainable development and climate change.
Izabela Kiszka
Watchout Studio
Poland
Watchout Studio is an award-winning, independent studio that produces feature films, TV series and commercials. For almost two decades, Watchout Studio has been telling and creating stories. The studio produces films that win the most prestigious awards and are hugely popular with the audiences. Original casting, expressive storylines and collaborating with the best emerging talent are Watchout’s trademarks.
Telidja Klaï
VRT Ketnet
Belgium
Ketnet is the transmedia children's brand of VRT, the public broadcaster of Flemish speaking Belgium. The approach of Ketnet contains a dedicated linear channel, blocs on the main channels, a Ketnet Junior app, a dedicated space on VRT MAX (VRT's streaming platform), a Ketnet world on ROBLOX and more than 130 live events a year. The key elements are innovation, participation, interaction, playing, watching and listening. Ketnet co-produces and acquires content that is high-quality, innovative, unique, refreshing and match the channel’s values fascinating, positivity, relaxing, daring and engaging. For coproductions animation, an involvement of a Flemish animation studios or producer is a must.
David Kleeman
Dubit
United States
Founded by teenagers in 1999, Dubit is a global games studio and research/strategy consultancy. Dubit built the first virtual world for teens and has ever since designed games, apps, ed-tech and more. Since 2019, Dubit has been a leading Roblox studio, creating immersive experiences and virtual items for brands, stories and characters. Alongside its studio, Dubit has a full-service children’s and youth research team. Trends, its syndicated tracker with an AI-powered portal for clients, offers an ongoing overview of kids’ and teens’ device access, content habits and preferences, and paths to discovery. Bespoke research includes program/product testing, market evaluation, strategic planning and more.
Jan Konecki
University of Silesia
Poland
The University of Silesia in Katowice is a public research university in Poland. Jan Konecki is a doctoral researcher in Arts Studies, investigating the development, financing, distribution and commercialisation of animated films and series as intellectual property for young audiences.
Maria Kontogianni
WILD AT HEART
Greece
WILD AT HEART was founded in 2021, in Athens by producer Maria Kontogianni. The company specializes in international co-productions always on the lookout for stories with a “wild heart” — daring, emotionally resonant, and culturally layered. Its creative focus is expanding on feature films for children (incl. animation), films from a female perspective and the black comedy genre. Recent releases: ANIMAL (Locarno IFF) and BLACK STONE (TIFF). In development: NINE LIVES LEFT, PIKEKO, COCRETE DREAMS.
Paulina Korzeniewska
Freelancer
Poland
Michał Kosmala
Mazovia Warsaw Film Fund / Film Commission
Poland
Mazovia Warsaw Film Commission & Film Fund support film production as complimentary service and as a co-producer with financial contribution.
Blanka Kotlińska
Polish Film Institute
Poland
Established in 2005, the Polish Film Institute (PFI) is the industry’s main funding body in Poland. With a budget of approx. EUR 40 million for film production, it supports over 230 feature, documentary, and animated film projects annually. In addition, PFI co-finances Polish film festivals, film education, film schools, film literature, digital restoration, the modernization and digitization of cinemas, and supports the participation of Polish film professionals in international industry events. Since 2019, the Institute has managed the national “30% Cash Rebate” Programme, available both for co-productions and for services provided to audiovisual productions. All types of films, including feature films and series, are eligible. Institute's focus: – providing financial support for the audiovisual sector, including production and promotion – supporting international co-productions – promoting Polish films, filmmakers, and filming locations.
Marcin Kotyła
SPPA - Polish Animation Producers Assocation
Poland
The association’s main objective is to unite animation producers with a view to promoting positive and attractive image of Polish animated films in Poland and abroad with a special focus on contemporary animation.
Anna Kozanecka
Telewizja Polsat
Poland
Television broadcaster - part of the media group Polsat Plus.
Simona Krasauskiene
NJ WORLD
Lithuania
NJ WORLD is a creative IP company building and growing character-driven worlds for children and families. Home to Nelly Jelly (Kakė Makė) — one of Lithuania’s most loved children’s brands — NJ WORLD develops stories, content, products and experiences across publishing, animation, digital media, music, live entertainment and licensing, with a growing focus on international expansion.
Agnieszka Kruk
StoryLab.pro
Poland
StoryLab.pro focuses on professional education for screenwriters, script consultants and head writers. You can also turn to us for script development and evaluation services. At the heart of our programmes and work with writers is our original I2D2 Script Development Method. We support established and emerging writers, as well as producers, through networking events, screenwriting competitions and the November Script Marathon — creating opportunities to learn, exchange ideas, meet industry peers and move projects forward.
Anna Krupiarz
Krakow Film Commission
Poland
Krakow Film Commission supports film production in Krakow and the Małopolska Voivodeship. We help in obtaining all required permits as well as access to public locations throughout the region. We work with filmmakers on almost all stages of production. Thanks to our location database, producers can get acquainted with hundreds of potential film places throughout the entire province. We also run a database of the local companies related to the audiovisual market. We operate two film funds.
Ronald Kruschak
Playwrite D & P UG
Germany
We develop, write and co-produce family entertainment 360 °: movies, TV series in animation and live-action, theatrical plays, books, merchandise... We also teach, tutor, lecture, and help others, from students to companies, artists and schools.
Anne Krysiza Sørensen
Hansen & Pedersen
Denmark
Hansen & Pedersen is an award-winning Danish production company, founded by director Anders Riis-Hansen and producer Malene Flindt Pedersen in 1997. The company’s trademark is to create high-end, creative documentaries that aim to show the complexity of the world and the people that surround us. Recent titles include The Tingbjerg Experiment (2026), Cambodian Beer Dreams (2026), Menopause Mystery (2026), Only on Earth (2025), Into the Ice (2022) and co-productions such as Apocalypse in the Tropics (2024) and Some of Us Walk in Raggedy Shoes (2024).
Klára Kubenková
FAMU
Česko
Film and TV School of Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (FAMU) is one of the three faculties of the Academy of Performing Arts in Prague (DAMU, FAMU, HAMU) and the fifth oldest film school in Europe.
Marek Lachowicz
Animoon
Poland
Animoon is a high quality animation content creator which is mainly based on original ideas.
Solveig Langeland
Sola Media
Germany
Sola Media is an international sales and distribution outfit specializing in premium children’s and family entertainment. Founded in 2004 by Solveig Langeland, the company spent two decades scaling animated features and family films globally before its 2020 acquisition by Plaion (an Embracer Group company). Operating independently under Managing Directors Solveig Langeland and Moritz Peters, Sola Media pairs niche boutique expertise with the backing of a global media group. As an active creative partner, Sola Media often boards projects at the script stage as Executive Producers. Its 360° support covers script development, character design, financing, industry matchmaking, marketing, and after-sales services. A key partner in the European Union's Films on the Move program, Sola Media drives cross-border distribution for European cinema centered on diversity, inclusion, and empowering storytelling. Its track record features regional smashes like A Mouse Hunt for Christmas—which achieved top 10 box office rankings across every European market of its 2025 release (including Germany, France, Italy, and Poland)—alongside high-performing titles like The Pout-Pout Fish ($3M US box office). Looking ahead, its 2026/2027 flagship animated feature, VIQUEENS, will launch in North America alongside US partner Ketchup Entertainment.
Ilze Lasmane-Broze
Sunday Rebel Films
Latvia
Sunday Rebel Films is a recently established, dynamic production company based in the Baltics, dedicated to fostering international collaboration across projects including feature films, TV series, and animation. Our producers Kristele Pudane and Dace Siatkovska have produced films that have received national and international awards, including the animated feature film “Dog of God”, which was nominated for the European Film Awards for Best European Animation Film and Best European Film. While actively developing our own slate of projects, we also welcome opportunities for both majority and minority co-productions. We already collaborate with Iceland, Italy, Germany, Ukraine, and Georgia, and are looking for potential partners for our new projects in development. We are passionate about nurturing new voices and aim to connect emerging talent with experienced professionals, cultivating fresh, impactful storytelling. Currently, the studio has several projects in different production stages, both as majority and minority co-productions.
Philip LaZebnik
Playwrite D & P UG
Denmark
We are experienced writers, script editors, and producers with a deep passion for children’s and young adult content. For us, every project is an adventure, and we welcome anyone who wants to join us on this journey.
David Leader
73 Eyes Film Production
Norway
Dedicated to international family audiences, 73 Eyes creates impactful and engaging stories. The company has produced two award-winning titles: adventure-comedy The Badgers (2025) and the short film Supurbia (2022). Our current slate features several premium projects, incl. The Badgers trilogy sequels, and the enchanting holiday franchise Christmas at Ram’s Inn. With 30 years of expertise in film and TV, CEO and Producer David Leader leads the company. His extensive professional background includes collaborations with production houses across 17 countries and work spanning five continents.
Vincenzo Leombruno
TheBox Characters & Creatures, SL
Spain
TheBox | Characters & Creatures is a Barcelona-based studio specializing in the design and creation of 3D characters, collaborating internationally with animation and VFX production studios. The studio is currently expanding its activities through the development of original intellectual properties (IPs), both independently and in co-production.
Piotr Licki
Monolith Films
Poland
Monolith Films is a Polish film production and distribution company established in 1998. We are known for distributing movies of major studios like DreamWorks, Lionsgate, and others in Poland. Additionally, we engage in film production and co-production. Monolith Films also operates other divisions including Monolith Video (DVD/Blu-ray), Cineman (VOD), and Kino Atlantic (cinema).
Natalia Łodygowska
Studio Agart
Poland
Studio Agart is an independent Warsaw-based production company developing and producing feature films, documentaries and commercials. Its slate, amongst others, includes Cannes-bound "Robert Mitchum Est Mort" directed by Olivier Gourmet and Fred Kihn, "Where Do We Begin", Monika Majorek’s acclaimed debut feature, Netflix’s "Accused" and SonyLIV’s "Freedom at Midnight". The company combines creative development with the production infrastructure and international experience needed to bring ambitious projects to life.
Monika Łuczyk
Freelancer
Poland
Freelance PR & Marketing specialist with a background in film promotion, festival strategy, and audience development.
Paweł Madetko
Rakuten TV
Poland
Rakuten TV is a leading streaming platform in Europe that combines TVOD, AVOD and FAST, providing users with a universe of content while making the entertainment experience easier.
Thuy Mai
AZN kru
Czech Republic
AZN kru is a Prague based production house rooted in the Czech-Vietnamese experience with 10+ years in the industry. Since our early shorts Mat Goc and Bo Hai, we expanded into global markets with our 2025 feature Summer School, 2001 (8 Czech Lion nominations). Today, we also focus on youth media, developing the anime series Lost Kids for Generation Alpha alongside the second season of our award-winning educational anidoc series for middle schoolers, Biošortky.
Mikkel Mainz
Skjaldborn
Denmark
Skjaldborn is a full-pipeline animation studio crafting fantastic stories, characters, and worlds that build communities and stay with you for years.
Loretta Mäll
Kinomaja Filmikool
Estonia
To let young people create short films.
Mihai Manescu
Colorbitor Production
Romania
In the past 13 years, Colorbitor has been an important player in the advertising and film industry in Romania. We’ve turned fearlessness into art installations, advertising campaigns, and high-end film productions that bend your mind or your heart. Producing one of the most successful Romanian children films in recent years, we are currently focusing on developing the children film industry in Romania. Members of ECFA and proud owners of Cinema Europa, one of the oldest Cinema Theatres in Bucharest, we are determined to continue making impact in the Romanian market.
Mirko Goran Marijanac
DeAPlaneta Entertainment
Poland
European leader in entertainment for kids and families. Our business is focused on the production and distribution of animated series as well as their derived rights. The company operates through its offices in Spain, Italy, France, Germany and Eastern Europe.
Daria Maślona
Silver Frame
Poland
Silver Frame is a production company founded by Stanisław Zaborowski and Daria Maślona in 2014 in Poland. It specializes in the production of full-length documentary and narrative films, as well as short films intended for cinema, television, and online audiences. The company works on both national and international productions. To date, Silver Frame has produced approximately 12 documentary and short film projects. One of the priorities that Silver Frame has pursued since its inception in collaboration with European creators. The company is part of the Erasmus+ program, an educational exchange program supported by the European Union, which enables internships in the film industry for students from various European countries. Mentors for their projects have included Peter Kerekesh, Paul Pauwels from the European Documentary Network, and Hanka Kastelicova from HBO Europe. As a result of this collaboration, Silver Frame is involved in European organizations such as the Documentary Association Europe and the European Film Academy.
Pauline Mazenod
WINDROSE
Germany
Windrose (based in France & Germany) sells series, movies (live-action, 2D/3D animation, stop-motion) & documentaries for all target groups to TV stations, streamers, the educational market, transportation companies and cinema distributors worldwide.
Grainne McGuinness
Paper Owl Films Ltd
United Kingdom
At Paper Owl Films we create award winning content that matters for young audiences, opening up new ways of seeing the world and making space for all kinds of minds to be represented on screen. Our dedicated team put heart and soul into every project - nurtured in our Belfast studio and enjoyed all over the world.
Heather Millard
Compass Films
Iceland
Compass Films is a Reykjavik-based production company, headed by Heather Millard which makes ambitious films and series from Iceland and around the world. 2026 releases include 'ORMHILDUR THE BRAVE' a 26x22' animated children's series in coproduction with NDR and KiKA Germany, RUV, SVT, Svenska YLE, NRK, DR and Letko Poland, a Nordisk Film and Compass Films co-production 'BRACE YOUR HEART' director Amanda Kernell, and a Signpost Pictures, National Geographic and Compass Films coproduction 'TIME AND WATER' by Oscar nominated director Sara Dosa that recently premiered at Sundance 2026, and animated short 'SUNDRUÐ' by Fan Sissoko that premiered in the Perspectives Official Competition in Annecy, winning the André Martin Award. Their most recent releases include: 'O' dir. Rúnar Rúnarsson selected for the Orizzonti Corti short film competition at the Biennale Venice Film Festival, shortlised for the European Film Awards and pre-selected for the Academy Awards, 'When the Light Breaks' (Ljósbrot) dir. Rúnar Rúnarsson that was the Opening Film of Un Certain Regard at the Cannes Film Festival 2024. Other notable productions include: 'KULDI' (COLD) 2023, Canadian/Icelandic animated short film 'Chasing Birds' (2022), docu-fiction 'BAND' (HotDocs 2022), feature-documentary ‘YARN’ (SXSW, Netflix, Audience Award Nordisk Panorama) amongst others. Compass Films has been active in the Icelandic film community through consultancy, service productions and their own features, documentaries, animations and shorts. Now in pre-production with 'Shitballs' (Álfrún Örnólfsdóttir), and in pre-production with the animated children’s series ‘Alfie's Alright!’ (Cartoon Forum 2025, APD 2026), and in post-production with the short film 'ALLT FER' (Thora Hilmarsdottir), set for a festival launch in late 2026.
Mihail Minchev
ROBO Lab
Bulgaria
ROBO Lab is an established studio specializing in 2D and 3D animation, character design, interactive installations, and full-scale video production. Comprised of professionals with extensive experience in the visual arts and marketing, the team thrives on experimenting with diverse artistic techniques driven by the belief that a compellingly told story is irresistible. Having already produced three animated shorts and numerous ads, ROBO Lab has four new projects in development: an animated TV series, an animated feature film and two experimental short films.
Daniel Misiewicz
WSF
Poland
Film School (College) and Art High School
Marta Modzelewska
Creative Europe Desk Poland
Poland
Creative Europe Desk Poland helps Polish cultural, creative and audiovisual sectors to access funding from Creative Europe Programme. We also promote Creative Europe Programme and the co-funded projects in Poland. The role of Creative Europe Desks is to promote the programme in all participating countries and to assist applicants in their own country.
Manu Molin
Studio Nebra
Austria
Studio Nebra is a developing production initiative based in Austria, initiated by writer-director Manu Molin. It reflects her intention to expand into producing and create a framework for animated children's films with a strong artistic voice and international co-production potential. With an emphasis on stop-motion and visually distinctive storytelling, the initiative aims to create films that resonate with young audiences. Drawing on her experience as a writer-director & production background in the VR sector, 2 projects are currently in development: KAKAPO (feature film) and FRIDA (short film), both conceived as European co-productions.
Carla Mooney
Cardel Entertainment
Ireland
Cardel is an Irish independent production company focused on the development and production of high-quality film and television projects for international audiences. Founded in 2011, the company operates across live-action, non-fiction and animation, with a strong emphasis on international co-productions. Cardel has built a diverse slate spanning feature films, television series, and documentaries, working with partners across Europe, the UK, Australia, and North America. The company has experience in structuring complex financing models, combining public funding, tax incentives, and private investment, and is actively developing projects within European co-production frameworks, including Creative Europe MEDIA and Eurimages Recent and current projects include The Wall Dogs, sales by Hyde Park International; Meat, Blake Forder, an Irish-UK feature film supported by Screen Ireland; and A Hairy Situation, a Screen Ireland development-supported animated feature with international market positioning. The company is focused on scaling its operations through strategic partnerships, expanding its international network, and delivering commercially viable, culturally resonant content across multiple genres and formats.
Katharina Mosser
Österreichisches Filminstitut - Austrian Film Institute
Austria
The Austrian Film Institute is a federal institution established to provide funding for Austrian films with regard to cultural and economic aspects. The provided funding aims particularly at strengthening the Austrian film industry and the creative-artistic quality of Austrian film which is a prerequisite for its success in Austria and abroad.
Karolina Mróz
PFX
Poland
PFX is a full-service post-production studio operating across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Germany, Austria, and Italy. With over 300 talented artists, we have provided world-class services to film, TV, animation, and commercial creators for over a decade. Alongside creative services, we assist with tax incentives in our countries of operation, enhancing project viability. We collaborate on projects in development or currently in production. Infusing every collaboration with creativity and innovation, to deliver the best possible results.
Margaret Murd
Kinomaja Film School
Estonia
Film school for student of all levels which helps them to learn all about film making.
Oliwia Nadarzycka
Łódź Film Commission
Poland
The Łódź Film Commission is a part of the EC1 Łódź – City of Culture institution. Established in 2009, it operates the Łódź Film Fund (founded in 2007) and provides annual subsidies for film productions. The ŁFC supports filmmakers by helping them to find locations, film studios, and experienced industry professionals in the City of Łódź and the Łódź region.
Yannis Nakos
Yannis Nakos
Greece
Yiannis Nakos (2002) is a writer/director, recently graduated from the Law Department at the Democritus University of Thrace. He is based in Berlin, pursuing a second bachelor’s degree in Film Production at Catalyst Film Institute. His work focuses on stories that explore identity and human relationships in complex emotional settings. He’s recently been selected as one of the emerging talents in the audiovisual industry at the Young Industry Horizons 2026, and has several upcoming festival and pitch opportunities lined up for new projects in development. At the same time, he has recently completed production on his short film Cyclamen, which is currently in post-production and first-stage festival circulation. Alongside this, he is developing his next short film and several visual film projects, continuing to build a body of work focused on emotionally grounded, socially relevant cinema with a strong visual identity.
Marta Niewiadomska
Gdansk Film Fund
Poland
Gdansk Film Fund was established in 2022. We support the local film industry and create a space for cooperation with producers who want to shoot films in Gdansk. So far, we have supported the production of 17 films. We cooperate with the largest film festivals in Poland and co-create the industry section at the Octopus Film Festival. We also organize the Gdansk Script competition.
Joanne Oldenbeuving
Cinekid
The Netherlands
Cinekid is one of the world’s leading festivals for film and media for children. Based in Amsterdam and active across the Netherlands, Cinekid inspires children to discover, experience and create high-quality films and new media. Through its annual festival, educational programmes and year-round activities, Cinekid encourages creativity, media literacy and a broader view of the world.
Dominika Orszulak
Aeroplan Studios
Poland
Behind the name Aeroplan Studios stands a professional sound post-production company with over 12 years of experience and dozens of titles in its flight log. With two fully equipped studios in Warsaw and Cracow, we operate from Poland’s most renowned cultural hubs, providing complete audio post-production services for film, television, streaming platforms, and creative media.
Marcin Osiadacz
Watchout Studio
Poland
My company produces feature films and TV series.
Łukasz Osiecki
TVP
Poland
Polish Public Television.
Silvia Ossipov
Kinomaja Filmikool
Estonia
Kinomaja Filmikool is an Estonian film school focused on educating young people in filmmaking and the wider film industry. Students gain practical experience in areas such as acting, screenwriting, directing and film production, while developing their own creative perspectives and understanding of cinema.
Karolina Ossowiecka
AMA Film Academy
Poland
AMA Film Academy is a film school based in Warsaw and Kraków, Poland, offering practical education in filmmaking and film production. The school focuses on hands-on experience, creative development and professional skills through workshops, classes and student film projects.
Tamara Paréjné Czoborczy
Yellow Cut Bt.
Hungary
Yellow Cut Bt. is a Hungary-based production company founded in 2018, dedicated to developing and producing documentary and educational audiovisual content. The company provides a professional framework for film production, production management, and strategic consultancy within the audiovisual sector. The company focuses on culturally and socially relevant stories, with a strong emphasis on educational impact and audience engagement. Its productions explore themes related to culture, science, and society, often with a documentary-driven approach.
Bartosz Pawlik
Warner Bros. Discovery
Poland
Content production and distribution.
Marko Pekic
RADAR
Croatia
RADAR is a multimedia company dedicated to audiovisual production, theatrical and open air cinema exhibition and film distribution.
Diego Martin Perez
Kante Films
Spain
Film and production company. With two features and two short films released, our focus now is in the young and children stories. We are opening our new department Kante films to can start a new era in the child and youth films. With a strong interest in co productions with the rest of Europe.
Denisa Petková
Česká televize
Czech Republic
Czech Television (ČT) is the Czech Republic’s public-service broadcaster. Its mission is to provide reliable, impartial and diverse news, education and entertainment. It plays an important role in Czech society by informing, educating and connecting people across generations.
Mikołaj Pilchowski
Letko
Poland
Animation film production and development.
Eliza Plocieniak-Alvarez
Blaue Pampelmuse
Germany
Blaue Pampelmuse is a Leipzig-based animation studio founded by Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg alumni Carol Ratajczak and Eliza Plocieniak-Alvarez, creator of the TV series “Nitso and the Very Hairy Alphabet” (KiKA) and “Kito & Maja” (Sandmännchen), as well as the award-winning short film “My Name is Fear” (winner in Ottawa, Monstra, among others). We specialize in concept development and visual design. With national and international projects, we focus on quality storytelling for children and seamless integration of direction and design through strong creative partnerships.
Corinna C. Poetter
Orange Roughy Filmproduktion
Germany
Corinna C. Poetter is a German producer, writer and script consultant with over 25 years of experience in film and television. In 2000, she founded Orange Roughy Filmproduktion, an independent production company specializing in auteur cinema, documentaries, and children's and family films. Her work focuses on developing and producing feature films and series for young audiences, literary adaptations, and international co-productions. She is committed to discovering new creative voices and guiding projects from concept through financing and production. Poetter holds an M.A. in Film & TV Studies from the University of Waikato, New Zealand. She is an alumna of the Documentary Campus Masterclass and the Academy for Children's Media and was awarded the prestigious Gerd Ruge Fellowship. Her recent work includes GONG! – My Spectracular Life, nominated for an International Emmy Award (2024); Im Paradies, winner of the Audience Award at TV Beats Tallinn (2024); JUKLI, a children's feature film based on her award-winning novel, currently in post-production (produced by eitelsonnenschein); and TRAINRIDER, developed by Orange Roughy Filmproduktion in cooperation with Eyrie Entertainment GmbH, selected for Forum Alentours 2026 and the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival Pitching Forum 2026. Selected Filmography – Orange Roughy Filmproduktion 2026 – TRAINRIDER (feature film, development) – Producer In cooperation with Eyrie Entertainment GmbH. Selected for Forum Alentours 2026 and the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival Pitching Forum 2026. 2025 – Hani (feature short film– Producer 2023 – Be Yourself (Seid einfach wie ihr seid) – Feature film, Co-Producer 2020 – Too Far Away (Zu weit weg) – Children's feature film, Co-Producer Selected Children's Projects JUKLI – Feature film for children, post-production (produced by eitelsonnenschein) – Writer GONG! – My Spectacular Life (KiKA, 2023) – Head Writer & Producer (International Emmy Award nomination, 2024) Abgetaucht – Meine falschen Ferien (KiKA, 2021) – Writer & Producer Too Far Away (2020) – Children's feature film, Co-Producer
Dana Pohl
MTL Maxfilm
Poland
MTL Maxfilm is an independent film production company based in Poland. It was established in 1991 and has since produced more than 20 feature films, along with 14 television series and TV programs. The company focuses on quality projects aimed at a wide audience.
Maja Popovic Milojevic
Sense Production
Serbia
Sense Production is run by a trio of EAVE producers: Milan Stojanović, Maja Popović Milojević and Marija Stojanović. Our latest title for children is the hit film HOW I LEARNED TO FLY (Leto kada sam naučila da letim) by Radivoje Andrić, which won over 20 awards including two ECFA Awards and had over 230.000 admissions domestically.
Karolina Porcari
Constantin
Poland
Feature film production
Francesca Portalupi
Indyca
Italia
Indyca is a production company established in 2007 in Turin, Italy, specialized in producing both groundbreaking documentaries and art house films with strong international appeal. Among its previous productions are the recent Tribeca Jury Award winning “SAMIA”, San Francisco Film Festival Audience Award winning “Cuban Dancer“, the SXSW Audience Award winning “We Are the Thousand” and other productions which premiered at important international festivals including Berlinale, Mostra del Cinema di Venezia, IDFA and HotDocs to name a few. Across the years, Indyca has gained a solid reputation as a coproducer of international films, partnering with countries all over the world and obtaining prestigious support from the likes of Eurimages, Ibermedia, and Creative Europe Media program, along with other national and international funds. The company’s recent productions, “SAMIA”, “We Are the Thousand”, “Drive me Home”, “Happy Winter”, “Becoming Zlatan”, have been released in over 40 countries. Always searching for international collaborators and new expressions of the human spirit, Indyca is heavily investing in the artistic landscape of Europe and the world beyond.
Julia Princigalli
Moscerine Film Festival
Italy
Moscerine Film Festival helps children from all over the world to make a short film
Bénédicte Prot
Cineuropa
France
Leading European film and industry news website and database
Hanna Protas
Liceum Filmowe i Kreacji Gier Wideo
Poland
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Maciej Prykowski
freelance
Poland
Writing, directing and collaborating on live motion films
Iwo Przeszłowski
Liceum Filmowe i Kreacji Gier Wideo
Poland
School
Kristele Pudane
Sunday Rebel Films
Latvia
Sunday Rebel Films is a dynamic production company based in the Baltics, dedicated to fostering international collaboration across various projects, including feature films, TV series, and animation. While actively developing our own slate of projects, we also welcome opportunities for both majority and minority co-productions. Our primary focus lies in European arthouse films, creating cinematic experiences that resonate with global audiences. Passionate about nurturing new voices, we aim to bridge emerging talents with experienced professionals, cultivating fresh, impactful storytelling.
Szymon Radzio
Mazovia Warsaw Film Commission, Mazovia Warsaw Film Fund
Poland
Mazovia Warsaw Film Commission is a regional, free of charge service supporting national and foreign film crews that are interested in shooting in Warsaw and Mazovia. Mazovia Warsaw Film Fund is a Polish regional film fund and a co-producer of over 150 films.
Jakub Rálek
DIVIZE animace
Czech Republic
DIVIZE is a Prague-based independent animation studio focused on auteur-driven stop-motion and 2D animation. We develop and produce original films and series for children and adults, combining distinctive visual storytelling with strong production and craft expertise. Our work ranges from original IP and international co-productions to animation services, with a particular focus on puppet fabrication, set design and stop-motion production.
Diana Rebane
Kinomaja Filmikool
Estonia
My company teaches teenagers the basics of filmmaking and gives young filmmakers the opportunity to create their very own films.
Joanne Redfern
Coolabi
United Kingdom
We create IP in the form of narrative series. A prolific publishing brand creator we are expanding our portfolio into digital spaces such as YouTube and Roblox. Our biggest success is Warrior Cats, which has sold 90 million books and has a successful Roblox game and an animated series in production.
Shabnam Rezaei
Big Bad Boo
Austria
Big Bad Boo Studios is an award-winning, creative-led animation and production studio that originates, develops, produces and distributes compelling kids’ content. Our shows, books and games are entertaining, educational, and multicultural. Our programs have broadcast in over 100 countries and 40 languages. We also operate our own streaming service, Oznoz.com, which offers premium family content in over 10 languages. With studios, facilities and teams in Canada, the United States and Austria, we are proud to work with a roster of international broadcasters and local partners alike. Our animation facility in beautiful Yaletown offers a full range of animation production services for clients and original shows alike. All our offices have a green production and sustainability directive, named GREENCAP, which ensures our pipelines are efficient, environmentally conscious, and mindful. We leverage European and Canadian incentives, enabling us to produce shows at competitive rates, making us an ideal co-production partner in the global landscape.
Viktorija Rimkute
Dansu Films
Lithuania
DANSU FILMS was created in 2008 and now is one of the biggest Production Houses in Lithuania. Major projects include co-production of TV series: "We Come In Peace", “Moscow Noir”, “Agent Hamilton”, “Clark” (Netflix), production of features “Sasha was here”, “I am fine, thanks”, TV series “Troll Farm” (Berlinale Series Market Selects). Co-production “Solomamma” recently premiered at Locarno Concorso Internazionale.
Jan Romanowski
No Problemo Music
Poland
For 16 years, we’ve had the privilege of doing what we love—selecting and licensing music for commercials, films, radio, and the Internet. We’re a 360° music agency; we handle the audio aspects of projects, from music consulting and rights clearance to orchestral music production. No Problemo isn’t just our company name—it’s our business philosophy: we combine professionalism with a laid-back attitude.
Joanna Ronikier
Running Rabbit Films
Poland
Running Rabbit Films is a Warsaw-based production company founded in 2014. We create animated series, live-action feature films, and animated commercial content, with a special focus on European co-productions. Our work includes acclaimed productions such as “A Bear Named Wojtek”, directed by Iain Gardner shortlisted for the Academy Awards in 2025, and “Magic Mountain” by Anca Damian, winner of award at Karlovy Vary 2017 and the Eurimages Audienta Award. We are currently producing two premium children’s movies, “Mr Kardan & Time Machine” and “Summer in the Gardens,” as well as “Under the Floor,” an animated series for preschool children produced as a Polish–Portuguese co-production.
Vittoria Røkke Passalacqua
Paradogma Pictures
Norway
Paradogma Pictures is an Oslo-based production company founded in 2025 by producer Vittoria Røkke Passalacqua and director Andrea Eckerbom. Rooted in Italy, France and Scandinavia, we develop bold auteur-driven films shaped by a close producer–director collaboration. Our focus is on identity, belief and human relationships, told through emotionally precise, character-driven storytelling with a European outlook. We also work across shorts and are committed to sustainable production practices.
Marta Rubaj
CONSTANTIN ENTERTAINMENT POLSKA
Poland
Constantin Entertainment Polska is part of Constantin Entertainment and Constantin Film Group, one of Europe’s most renowned independent audiovisual production companies. The company operates production studios in Munich, Cologne, Zurich, Warsaw, Prague and Bucharest. Constantin Entertainment Polska produces prime-time programming, scripted and non-scripted formats, reality shows, documentary and fiction series, feature films and premium series. For many years, the company has worked with Polish television broadcasters, both public and commercial, as well as streaming platforms, serving as an independent and experienced production partner.
Eliza Rutkowska
Freelance
Poland
Screenwriting
Simone Santoro
Moscerine Film Festival
Italy
The Moscerine Film Festival is an international film festival dedicated to films made by children and young people up to the age of 12.
Liina Särkinen
Kinomaja Film School
Estonia
Film School for young people age 15+ where they learn about visual storytelling, filmmaking, meet film professionals, participate in international projects, volunteer at film festivals,organise an International Film Festival KOOLIFILM in Tallinn and shoot their own shorts every year.
Lukas Schaan
Barely Media
Germany
Founded by two artists with a broad background in Design and Animation, Barely Media was born out of a shared passion for stories about ordinary people living alongside the supernatural. We specialize in 2D animation for young adult audiences, while exploring emerging formats and platforms.
Gisela Schaefer
Gretels Gold
Germany
Gretels Gold develops and finances animation projects and family entertainment formats, creating emotionally engaging stories for audiences of all ages. Our work includes screen adaptations of national and international bestsellers, developed in close collaboration with the original authors to preserve the heart of each story. Alongside these adaptations, we also create original content with renowned writers from Germany and abroad. Led by managing director Gisela Schäfer, Gretels Gold combines creative development with strong production and financing expertise.
Anke Schmidt-Bratzel
Norddeutscher Rundfunk NDR/ARD
Germany
NDR develops, finances and oversees content for preschoolers, children, teens and young audiences across ARD platforms, including KiKA, ARD Mediathek and Das Erste. We commission and develop live-action and animated series, educational content and digital formats. NDR is a trusted international co-production partner, supporting ambitious and high-quality series and films.
Pascal Schmitz
Bonum Films
Germany
Bonum Films is a production and distribution company based in Cologne Germany focused on co-productions and films from the global South
Vicky Schroderus
YLE
Finland
Claudia Schroeter
CALA Film Central
Germany
CALA Film Central is an independent production company led by producer Claudia Schröter, based in Erfurt, Central Germany. She develops and produces feature films for cinema and television, with a strong focus on distinctive voices and contemporary storytelling, often within European co-productions. A recent production is Frederike Migom’s EVERYONE’S SORRY NOWADAYS, which premiered in the Generation Kplus section at this year’s Berlinale and went on to screen and win awards at numerous national and international festivals. Schröter is particularly committed to stories for young audiences that challenge, engage, and resonate with broad audiences.
Alicja Ścibiorek
Polish Film Institute
Poland
Established in 2005, the Polish Film Institute (PFI) is the industry’s main funding body in Poland. With a budget of approx. EUR 40 million for film production, it supports over 230 feature, documentary, and animated film projects annually. In addition, PFI co-finances Polish film festivals, film education, film schools, film literature, digital restoration, the modernization and digitization of cinemas, and supports the participation of Polish film professionals in international industry events. Since 2019, the Institute has managed the national “30% Cash Rebate” Programme, available both for co-productions and for services provided to audiovisual productions. All types of films, including feature films and series, are eligible. Institute's focus: – providing financial support for the audiovisual sector, including production and promotion – supporting international co-productions – promoting Polish films, filmmakers, and filming locations
Zofia Ścisłowska
Laniakea Pictures
Poland
LANIAKEA PICTURES is a production company focused on smart entertainment that tells engaging stories and connects with audiences on many levels. Our company is dedicated to producing new universes with captivating characters that evolve into multiple crossmedia. Our debut feature, Graduation Heist, has attracted over one million viewers in Polish cinemas.
Baran Sedighian
Baran Studio
Netherlands
Baran Studio is an independent production company based in the Netherlands, specializing in animation and creative storytelling. Founded by producer and production manager Baran Sedighian, the company develops and delivers high-quality animated projects from concept to completion. Recent work includes the short animated film Mind Your Step, while The Spaghetti Ladies is currently in production.
Enikő Sedon
National Film Institute, Hungary
Hungary
As the central organization of the sector, the National Film Institute focuses on the entire film, television, and moving image industry of Hungary. The main goal of its diverse activities is the comprehensive development of the sector and ensuring its long-term competitiveness in the region. Responsibilities of the National Film Institute based on the above, the roles and responsibilities of the Film Institute cover the following fields: development, distribution, and marketing of domestic cinematographic works (cinema, TV, and streaming content) in a unified system including financial and professional support, restoration of the Hungarian film heritage and its preservation, distribution, and promotion through the NFI Film Archive; support of the training, education, and career orientation for young professionals in the industry; international sales and festival representation of Hungarian films; international promotion of Hungary as a filming location; provision of film production services, operation of a soundstage complex (NFI Studios) and a post-production facility (NFI Filmlab) as well as a the “Location Office.”; operation of FILMIO, the first streaming platform offering Hungarian films, both restored classics and current works, online.
Bartosz Siepracki
Enterprise Ireland
Poland
Irish government agency supporting Irish companies in exports and innovation.
Agnieszka Sinicka
Young Horizons International Film Festival
Poland
Young Horizons is one of the key branches of the New Horizons Association. It is responsible for distributing and supporting high-quality films and series for young audiences. We organise film festival, distribute films in cinemas and on the VOD platform, provide film education in schools and kindergartens, and support the development and promotion of projects for children and young people in Poland and abroad.
Eva Skele
Sunday Rebel Films
Latvia
Sunday Rebel Films is a dynamic production company based in the Baltics, dedicated to fostering international collaboration across various projects, including feature films, TV series, and animation. While actively developing our own slate of projects, we also welcome opportunities for both majority and minority co-productions. Our producers, Kristele Pudane and Dace Siatkovska, have produced films that have received national and international awards, including the animated feature film “Dog of God”, which was nominated for the European Film Awards for Best European Animation Film and Best European Film. Our primary focus is on European arthouse films, creating cinematic experiences that resonate with global audiences. Passionate about nurturing new voices, we aim to connect emerging talent with experienced professionals, cultivating fresh and impactful storytelling.
Grzegorz Skorupski
Animoon
Poland
Animoon produces animated projects of high artistic and narrative quality, mainly based on original ideas. Portfolio of the studio consists of short and full-length animated films, animated series, with projects dedicated to a wide audience – starting from the youngest, through teenage viewers, families and adults. Animoon works closely with executive producers who specialise in different animation techniques, thus the artistic variety of the studio’s portfolio. Animoon’s productions are made thinking about viewers from Poland and from abroad.
Kirsten Skytte
Nice Ninja
Denmark
Animation Production Company.
Małgorzata Smogorzewska
Kino Świat
Poland
Kino Świat is a leading film distributor in Poland, active in the most important areas of distribution, such as cinema, video (DVD/Blu-ray), video on demand (VOD) and television, Established in 2001, currently part of the global media conglomerate Vivendi and the Canal+ Polska Group.
Tilde Søgaard Carlsen
Skjaldborn
Denmark
Skjaldborn is a full-pipeline animation studio crafting fantastic stories, characters, and worlds that build communities and stay with you for years.
Anna Spisz
Mazovia Warsaw Film Commission
Poland
Mazovia Warsaw Film Commission & Mazovia Warsaw Film Fund support film production as complimentary service and as a co-producer with financial contribution. MWFC organizes Film the Book, Script Mentoring programme and Script Wars competition.
Hynek Spurný
Eallin Production
Czech Republic
Eallin Production is an animation studio built upon the rich experience of industry veterans. Our history is strongly connected with Eallin, an internationally operating animation company. Our core focus lies in the development and production of both feature-length, series and short animated films, bringing unique narratives and powerful visuals to the screen.
Joanna Stawnicka
PFX
Poland
PFX is a full-service post-production studio operating across the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Germany, Austria, and Italy. With over 300 talented artists, we have provided world-class services to film, TV, animation, and commercial creators for over a decade. Alongside creative services, we assist with tax incentives in our countries of operation, enhancing project viability. We collaborate on projects in development or currently in production. Infusing every collaboration with creativity and innovation, to deliver the best possible results.
Bara Anna Stejskalova
Divize animace
Czech Republic
Divize Animation is a Prague-based animation studio focused on original, visually distinctive projects, with a strong emphasis on stop-motion and handcrafted techniques. The studio develops and produces films and series for both Czech and international audiences.
Mateusz Stelmaszczyk
Animwood
Poland
Back in 2018, we started as a team of animation enthusiasts. Today, we are a global studio based in Kraków, Poland - united by one goal: to craft outstanding animated films and videos. Our team of twenty creatives writes, directs, and animates, bringing ideas and visions to life with precision and care.
Zharko Stojanoski
Svetot na Bibi DOO Skopje (Bibi's World)
Macedonia
Bibi's World is an independent children's IP and audiovisual production company based in Macedonia. Founded in 2018, the company develops, produces and commercially exploits original animated content, books, music, live experiences and licensed consumer products. Bibi's World has grown into an established preschool brand with a strong digital audience, international distribution and licensing activities across several European markets.
Daniela Strika
SWISS FILMS
Switzerland
SWISS FILMS is the agency for the promotion of Swiss films. On behalf of the Federal Office of Culture, we provide Swiss filmmakers with support in promoting and marketing their works as well as strengthening their international networks. We advise producers on their exploitation strategies and actively facilitate the distribution of Swiss films by means of targeted activities.
Eliza Subotowicz
Warsaw International Film Festival
Poland
Warsaw International Film Festival is an A-list annual international film festival held every October in Warsaw, Poland. Warsaw Industry Days is its industry platform.
Timo Suomi
Anima Vitae
Finland
Anima is an award-winning animation studio. We have been one of the pioneers of the Nordic 3D animation scene since 2000. Character animation and telling animated stories is the driving force for our studio. Our seamlessly connected studios in Helsinki and Kuala Lumpur have been the trusted service studios for Sky’s Moominvalley, Tencent’s The Adventures of Little Penguin to Lego Star Wars among others. As a producer we are best known for our Niko -films. Niko - The Way To The Stars (2008) and Niko - Little Brother, Big Trouble (2012), are among the most successful European independent animation films of all time. The third feature, Niko - Beyond the Northern Lights, was sold close to 3M tickets globally. Our latest feature film Fleak premiered in Annecy 2025.
Marta Świętek
Krakow Film Foundation / Krakow Film Festival
Poland
Krakow Film Foundation is the organizer of the Krakow Film Festival. It also handles a comprehensive promotion of Polish documentaries, animations and short fiction films abroad.
Pola Świetlik
Warsaw film high school
Poland
helping young people find their way in the film industry
Paulina Szewczyk
Łódź Film Commission / EC1 Łódź - City of Culture
Poland
The Łódź Film Commission is a part of the EC1 Łódź – City of Culture institution. Established in 2009, it operates the Łódź Film Fund (founded in 2007) and provides annual subsidies for film productions. The ŁFC supports filmmakers by helping them to find locations, film studios, and experienced industry professionals in the City of Łódź and the Łódź region.
Dawid Szurmiej
Studio Agart
Poland
Studio Agart is an independent Warsaw-based production company developing and producing feature films, documentaries and commercials. Its slate, amongst others, includes Cannes-bound "Robert Mitchum Est Mort" directed by Olivier Gourmet and Fred Kihn, "Where Do We Begin" = Monika Majorek’s acclaimed debut feature, Netflix’s "Accused" and Sony LIV’s "Freedom at Midnight". The company combines creative development with the production infrastructure and international experience needed to bring ambitious projects to life.
Sara Tagariello
So What
Italy
Founded in 2012 by Sara Taigher, Ippolito Simion, and Lorenzo Giordano, So What Srl is an independent Italian production company specializing in live-action, animation, documentaries, and cross-media audiovisual content, offering end-to-end production from concept development to post-production. Over the years, the company has collaborated with leading broadcasters, international production companies, communication agencies, and global brands, while delivering award-winning projects for clients including Netflix, Wildside, RAI, Mediaset, Philip Morris, Fiat-Chrysler, Barilla, Fox, Universal, Magnum Photos, National Geographic, and Roma Capitale. Alongside its commercial work, So What has built a strong reputation in auteur-driven animation, producing internationally recognized short films such as Black and Gravity, as well as contributing to acclaimed productions including The Meatseller, winner of the 2024 David di Donatello and Nastro d'Argento awards. The company has extensive experience in international co-productions and executive production, with credits including The Bay of Silence and Umbrella Sky, and a growing portfolio of projects that combine artistic ambition with international market appeal. Today, So What is expanding its slate of original animated content, bringing together its expertise in storytelling, animation, and international collaboration to develop high-quality series for global audiences.
Nathaniel Tapley
Sparklegoose
United Kingdom
We are a creative production company, founded by the creative team behind Netflix's Bad Dinosaurs. We have just finished production on a series for a major US streamer. We currently co-produce a lot with Sans Strings Studio, using their unique FELT system.
Reka Temple
Cinemon Entertainment
Hungary
We are a multi award winning animation studio that uses big company know-how with a personal touch for more than 25 years. We have established a reputation as a quality provider for kid’s animation movies, television series, commercials, applications and book editing.
Kamila Tomkiel-Skowrońska
New Horizons Association / Young Horizons
Poland
Young Horizons is one of the key branches of the New Horizons Association. It is responsible for distributing and supporting high-quality films and series for young audiences. We organise film festival, distribute films in cinemas and on the VOD platform, provide film education in schools and kindergartens, and support the development and promotion of projects for children and young people in Poland and abroad.
Jagienka Trębicka
Forum Film Poland
Poland
Forum Film Poland is a Polish film distributor that began operations in 2003. Now handles independent foreign productions for bouth adults and young audience, and selected Polish films.
Federico Turani
Ibrido Studio
Italy
IBRIDO is an independent animation studio, born from the encounter between different visual poetics with hybrid language (2D/3D, stop motion and mixed techniques) and a strong focus on narrative and aesthetics. Our works range from short films to TV series, features, music videos, and VR, combining craftsmanship, research and authorial sensitivity, and have been selected in international festival circuits (Annecy) and EU programs (ASF, CEE, ACE). Among the most recognised titles: “Anselmo Wannabe” (TV series) and “Tufo” (TV special), both selected at Annecy, and a history of short films selected at international festival circuits. We now have several projects in development and pre-production (feature, TV series).
Nora Twomey
Cartoon Saloon
Ireland
Cartoon Saloon, established in 1999 by Paul Young, Tomm Moore, and Nora Twomey, is a world renowned animation studio with five Academy Award® and two Golden Globe® nominations and many award wins including BAFTA® and Emmy®. Located in Kilkenny, Ireland, the studio produces brave and beautiful shorts, feature films, and TV series.
Jonáš Urbánek
UMPRUM
Czech Republic
University
Ilan Urroz
FOLIASCOPE
France
Foliascope is a production company based in Auvergne Rhône-Alpes, in Ardeche, France.. The company have is own studio of 1200 m2 dedicated to 2D traditional and digital animation and the biggest sustainable studios dedicated to stop-motion with full led light, 16 shooting sets, camera and 3D printing full color.
Kärt Väinola
Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival (PÖFF) / Just Film
Estonia
PÖFF, an A-category film festival, hosts Just Film and Just Film Industry Days, focusing on youth and children’s cinema. Just Film Industry Days provides a platform for filmmakers and industry experts to connect, share ideas, and explore collaboration opportunities, with a strong emphasis on supporting new projects and growth in the industry, and also drawing attention to film education and supporting very young filmmakers.
Sara Valnohova
DARQ Studio CZ
Czech Republic
DARQ Studio is a Czech production company specializing in audiovisual production, including commercials, music videos, corporate content and film projects. We provide full-service production and collaborate with creative teams and international partners from development through production and post-production.
Catho Van Coillie
JEF
Belgium
JEF brings quality children and youth films to Flemish theatres and streaming platforms as a distributor, for screenings in school and leisure time. JEF develops educational material, workshops and trainings. JEF organizes the yearly Youth Film Festival Antwerp and presents youth films, games and audiovisual experiments.
Joel Veitch
Sans Strings Studio
United Kingdom
Sans Strings Studio is a new transmedia studio, specialising in digital puppetry. Their game, Felt That Boxing became one of the most wishlisted games on Steam in 2025. Their Youtube series, Gleeful Beasts ammassed 8 million views in its first few months online. They have just delivered a show for Lucasfilm and have others in active development.
Janne Vierth
Swedish Film Institute
Sweden
Supporting and promoting Swedish film
Kirill Volkov
Wedia Productions
Estonia
Wedia is an independent production house based in Estonia, focused on developing and producing original narrative films. Alongside commercials and music videos, we champion distinctive directorial voices and stories that explore identity, vulnerability, and contemporary society.
Karolina Walas
Freelancer
Poland
Director, freelance animator and illustrator, graphic designer.
Anna Walczak
totort
Poland
Totort is the name under which I create and share my work. As an independent animation director and concept artist, I develop original animated films while collaborating with studios on concept art, storyboarding, and visual development. I also share short comedic animations with an online community of over 120K people across my social media platforms.
Pilvi Waltzer
BUFO
Finland
Founded in 2007, Bufo has produced a number of films of which many have received international recognition. The ambitious and thrillseeking company concentrates on plot-driven and meaningful stories that can also entertain big audiences. Bufo’s films all share the elements of clear artistic vision, innovation and high quality. Producer Pilvi Waltzer joined the company in 2019.
Julia Weber
Epsilon Film GmbH
Germany
EPSILON FILM is a joint venture between Alice von Einem and Julia Weber, two senior executives, and the BETA FILM Group, based in Munich Germany. The world sales company has focused on family entertainment and brand-based content. They scout for and participate in projects at the earliest stage and have a close hands-on approach during development, financing and production to acquire and produce high-quality and commercially appealing feature films. Epsilon´s strength is to create synergies through Beta Film’s outstanding TV sales division, production companies, distribution entities, and service providers, and its extensive international network.
Janine Weigold
Weigoldmedia
Germany
Weigold Media is a strategic media company at the intersection of content, audience growth and product innovation. Founded by former Netflix, Nickelodeon and RTL executive Janine Weigold, it advises streamers, studios and producers on content strategy, IP growth and international audience expansion, while also developing Huddle TV, a new cross-platform decision engine designed to improve how audiences choose what to watch.
Marieann Weißhuhn
KIDS Regio
Germany
KIDS Regio presents a lobby initiative for high quality and multi-faceted European Children’s Films. It functions as an agent between policy and society, the film industry and the scientific world in order to form a network and discuss new synergies. Thus the initiative supports the industry professionals in film for children & youth and built a platform to strengthen existing networks and define solutions to improve the status, transfer and variety of European productions, co-productions & distributions for children and youth.
Barbara Welbel-Vaknin
MX35
Poland
Camera rental based in Warsaw, Poland. Our specialization is long-term, documentary and feature projects as well as commercials. We finished film school in Łódź and since 2011 we have been supporting various types of film productions with camera equipment. We are filmmakers for whom the camera is the beginning, and we can share our experience and opinion on cinematic and production issues.
Silke Wilfinger
SilkWayFilms
Germany
SWF, founded 2016, is specialized in acquisition & sales, film financing and consulting. One major focus on feature animation.
Catherine Williams
Nice Scripty Person
United Kingdom
Catherine is a Children's BAFTA-winning screenwriter, story editor, series creator and script consultant with 25 years experience in high-end, international kids TV, with many critically-acclaimed, much-loved credits to her name, from Pocoyo and The New Teletubbies, through Shaun the Sheep and PJ Masks, to Chip+Potato and Lovely Little Farm, and most recently the hit pre-school animation, Piggy Builders.
Maite Woköck
Telescope Animation
Germany
We are an animation studio run by passionate storytellers. We create interwoven story universes for global audiences. Our narratives span across animated films, series, games and immersive experiences with heart and soul.
Magda Wylężałek
New Horizons Association / Young Horizons Industry
Poland
Young Horizons Industry is a co-production forum and meeting hub for film professionals working on films and series for young audiences. It takes place every autumn as part of the TAURON Young Horizons International Film Festival in Warsaw, Poland. The goal of the forum is simple: helping creators connect with potential partners. By bringing together projects and industry players, we are creating a space where you can exchange ideas and form partnerships.
Yassmin Yaghmai
So What
Italy
Founded in 2012 by Sara Taigher, Ippolito Simion, and Lorenzo Giordano, So What Srl is an independent Italian production company specializing in live-action, animation, documentaries, and cross-media audiovisual content, offering end-to-end production from concept development to post-production. Over the years, the company has collaborated with leading broadcasters, international production companies, communication agencies, and global brands, while delivering award-winning projects for clients including Netflix, Wildside, RAI, Mediaset, Philip Morris, Fiat-Chrysler, Barilla, Fox, Universal, Magnum Photos, National Geographic, and Roma Capitale. Alongside its commercial work, So What has built a strong reputation in auteur-driven animation, producing internationally recognized short films such as Black and Gravity, as well as contributing to acclaimed productions including The Meatseller, winner of the 2024 David di Donatello and Nastro d'Argento awards. The company has extensive experience in international co-productions and executive production, with credits including The Bay of Silence and Umbrella Sky, and a growing portfolio of projects that combine artistic ambition with international market appeal. Today, So What is expanding its slate of original animated content, bringing together its expertise in storytelling, animation, and international collaboration to develop high-quality series for global audiences.
Anna Yatsenko
ForeFilms
Ukraine
ForeFilms is an independent Ukrainian production company founded in 2020 by producers Anna Yatsenko and Volodymyr Yatsenko. The company produces high-profile author-driven feature films that premiere at festivals such as Cannes, Venice, and Toronto, working in long-term partnership with directors including Valentyn Vasyanovych, Nariman Aliev, Antonio Lukich, and Pavlo Ostrikov, alongside a strong track record of supporting debut filmmakers. Recent premieres include Vasyanovych's To the Victory! (PLATFORM Award, TIFF 2025) and Reflection (Venice Main Competition, 2021), Ostrikov's U Are the Universe (TIFF 2024), and the short film Silence by Pavlo Shpegun (Venice Orizzonti Corti, 2026). The company has also begun development on its first children's feature, Tereadors from Vasyukivka, an adaptation of the bestselling novel.
Karolina Zalabakova
Cinebonbon
The Czech Republic
Cinebonbon is a Czech production company based in Zlín, Brno, and Prague, active since 2006. We create bold and engaging audiovisual content for all screens—from TV series and feature films to innovative documentaries and educational formats. Our work reflects a distinct voice: we don't follow trends—we set them. <br><br> We focus on authentic, original stories with emotional depth, social relevance, and a strong visual identity. <br><br> Recent productions include the coming-of-age dramedy Sex O'Clock (Nova - One play), the documentary series Chronicle of Orgasm (Czech Television), and the hybrid children’s series Alice in GIF Land (Czech Television), which explores digital literacy through animation and live action. <br><br> Our work has received multiple awards, including the Young Audience Award at the Ota Hofman Festival, a recognition from Art Directors Club and Euprio, our feature lengh documentary Batalives was part of the IDFA catalogue. <br><br> Cinebonbon is a member of the Audiovisual Producers' Association and continues to develop a diverse slate of new projects, including Rebel with a Cause (a miniseries about Miloš Forman), the holiday dark comedy The Last Little Jesus, and the satirical series 25% about quarter-life collapse in Central Europe.
Irida Zhonga
Stuffed Productions
Netherlands
Stuffed Productions is an animation production house specialising in digital and branded content, as well as short films, tv series and the creation of original IPs.
Olga Zhurzhenko
MOREFILM
Poland
MOREFILM Spółka z o.o. is a renowned, female-led Polish production company with over two decades of experience in the European market. The studio specializes in international co-productions, live-action features, and animation. Driven by a commitment to emerging talents and multicultural, socially impactful stories, the company operates a dedicated animation arm, which focuses heavily on developing animated TV series for children.
Paweł Ziemilski
MX35
Poland
MX35 is a Warsaw-based production and co-production company founded in 2010. We have a strong background in creative documentaries, producing and co-producing internationally acclaimed films. Today, MX35 is expanding into fiction and live-action projects, including content for children and young audiences. The company is run by cinematographer and producer Mateusz Wajda and director and producer Paweł Ziemilski.
Veslemoey Zwart
Zwart Arbeid
Norway
Production company
Michał Zych
Podkarpackie Film Commission
Poland
We assist the production process at every stage — from finding the best locations, helping obtain required permits, and connecting productions with regional audiovisual specialists, to facilitating access to post-production and other related services.
Joanna Zygmunt
XR Studio TVN Warner Bros. Discovery
Poland
A virtual studio for every kind of audiovisual production.