Animation - Media-based Arts and Design in the Philippines

Media-Based Arts in the Philippines: Animation

Introduction

  • Emergence of Opportunities

    • Recent decades have seen the rise of animation as a viable career path for creative Filipinos.

    • Filipino animators have significantly contributed to numerous acclaimed animated feature films in recent years.

Recognized Contributions

  • Notable Animated Films Featuring Filipino Talent

    • Filipino animators have been involved in the production of prominent films including:

      • Toy Story

      • Up

      • The Incredibles

      • Monsters University

      • Cars

      • Finding Nemo

      • Planes

      • Brave

      • Shrek

      • Kung Fu Panda

    • Recognition of Philippine talent has catalyzed the growth of the local animation industry.

Animation Council of the Philippines, Inc. (ACPI)

  • Overview

    • ACPI is a nonstock, nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing the Philippines as a key player in the global animation industry.

      • Purpose: To make the Philippines a preferred source of animation services worldwide.

  • Collaboration and Development

    • The organization partners with local colleges, universities, TESDA, other government bodies, and local government units.

    • Focus on promoting animation as a promising career path for Filipinos.

Animahenasyon: Philippine Animation Festival

  • Annual Festival and Competition

    • ACPI's flagship event showcasing the work of Filipino animators.

    • Awards:

      • "Outstanding Emerging Artist in Animation" for promising young talents.

      • "Lifetime Achievement Award" for notable figures in the animation industry.

  • Upcoming Event

    • The 2022 Philippine Animation Festival is scheduled for November 18-20, 2022, via Zoom Webinar.

Philippine Animation Studio Inc. (PASI)

  • Establishment and Collaborations

    • Founded in 1991, PASI has worked on numerous animation projects, collaborating with international partners.

    • Notable projects include:

      • Captain Flamingo

      • Producing Parker

      • Groove High

      • Space Heroes Universe

      • Won Best Animation at the 2012 Pixel Awards for Space Heroes Universe.

Significant Animated Films

  • Urduja

    • An animated film based on the legend of the warrior princess of Pangasinan.

  • Dayo: Sa Mundo ng Elementalia

    • Released in 2008, recognized as the Philippines’ first all-digital full-length animated feature.

  • RPG Metanoia

    • First Filipino full 3D animated film, co-produced by Ambient Media, Thaumatrope Animation, and Star Cinema in 2010.

Role of Animation

  • Impact and Awareness

    • Animation plays a crucial role in various media forms.

    • It serves as an effective medium for educating young Filipinos about history, literature, and folklore.

  • Future Career Consideration

    • Animation presents a viable career option for students.

    • The reputation of Filipino artists in global animation is increasingly recognized.

Conclusion

  • Participation Acknowledgment

    • Expressing gratitude for active participation in discussions regarding animation in the Philippines.