‘Minions & Monsters’ B.O. Challenge, U.S. Studios Out In Force & AI Convo Ramps Up: Five Animation Talking Points Going Into Annecy
Deadline · 7 min read · culture
Annecy International Animation Film Festival opens this weekend amid industry shifts. Minions & Monsters premieres as opening film; the Minions franchise has grossed $5.6B globally. U.S. studios are heavily represented, while indie creators face funding pressures. AI adoption is a key discussion topic as the animation sector navigates changing audience habits.
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