Fantasmatica

FANTASMATICA: The call for Animated Short Film Projects of the Fantastic Genre

Welcome to FANTASMATICA! The new space for animated short films projects of the fantastic genre in Ventana Sur.

This initiative aims to highlight talented filmmakers who fuse the creativity and magic of animation with the intensity of the fantasy and horror genre.

Bridging two worlds

FANTASMATICA is an initiative promoted by the Animation! and Blood Window sections of the Ventana Sur Audiovisual Market, aimed to encourage the collaboration and exchange between professionals of the animation and the industry of the fantastic film genre.

We are looking for innovative, creative projects with a unique vision that stand out in the field of animation and the fantastic genre.

Project Selection

FANTASMATICA is section dedicated to fantastic short film projects:

If you are an animation creator or a fantastic genre filmmaker, this is an invaluable opportunity to bring your ideas to life and be part of an internationally recognized platform.

You will have the opportunity to connect with leading industry professionals, expand your network and receive feedback from experts in the field of animation and the fantasy genre.

All Latin American short film projects recognizable within the fantastic and horror genre that complete the online registration form on the Ventana Sur website are eligible to participate.

Up to 5 projects will be selected and will be part of FANTASMATICA’s selection and will have access to consulting, meetings and special activities that will take place online and within the framework of Ventana Sur.

FAQ
What kind of projects can qualify for the section?

All Latin American short film projects recognizable within the fantastic and horror genre that complete the online registration form on the Ventana Sur website are eligible to participate.

When can I submit my project?

The call for entries opens every year from August to September.

Does it cost anything to register a project?

No, registration is free of charge.

How many projects will be selected?

The jury will select up to 5 projects that will be part of the FANTASMATICA selection.

Who will select the finalist projects?

The finalist projects will be selected by a committee composed of international industry specialists.

When will the finalist projects be announced?

The finalist projects will be announced once the call for proposals has ended.

When and how will the meetings and consultancies take place?

The finalist projects will be part of FANTASMATICA’s selection and will have access to special meetings and activities.  These will be held online prior to the start of the market and in person between November 27th and December 1st during Ventana Sur 2023. For this, the selected projects must have at least one representative at the market to attend the activities planned by FANTASMATICA.

What language will the communication during the meetings be in?

Both the pitch and the interaction with the specialists and jurors will be entirely in English.

How can I contact the FANTASMATICA organization?

You can send an e-mail to the following address fantasmatica@ventana-sur.com

Awards

WEIRD Animation, Video games & New Media Market

Accreditation for a representative of the project to participate at the 2024 WEIRD Animation, Video games & New Media Market (Spain).

 

Cine Qua Non Lab

One consultancy and mentoring meeting with specialists from the Mexican screenwriting lab Cine Qua Non Lab.

 

 

Study Boards

Full scholarship for the Layout and Storyboard 2024 online workshop offered by StudyBoards, for a value of USD200.