Fantoche Industry Day: Hope is a Word with 24 fpS

 

The theme is intended to offer a counterbalance to these uncertain times: wars, the economic situation, artificial intelligence – many things currently threaten artistic expression, and yet we can (and must) produce works that foster empathy and solidarity through creativity, artistry and humour.

Tickets are available from 11 august 2026.

Curated by: Amélie Cochet, Veronica L. Montaño

Moderated: Jane Mumford

Industry Breakfast

Our annual Industry Breakfast allows for a relaxed start to an inspiring and socially engaging day, providing an opportunity for informal exchange over coffee and croissants. 

9:00 – 9:30, Trafo Hall 36.2

Focus: Beyond the Screen 

A discussion on how the medium of animation is conceived outside the confines of the classic cinema format, and how alternative approaches to screening, promotion and contextualisation can be utilised. With Q&A. 

  • Michael Frei, animation artist and game designer, Playables 
  • François Chalet, animation artist, lecturer (Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts – HSLU), co-organiser of the Lucerne Light Festival (LiLu) 
  • Lea Vidakovic, animation artist and researcher 

09:30 - 10:40, Trafo, Hall 36.2

Presenting Partner: Schweizerische Stiftung für Audiovision, Migros Kulturprozent 

 Focus: Falling Apart is Not an Option 

A discussion on resilience, humour and the determination to create astonishing and artistically outstanding works despite all the odds. With Q&A. 

  • Jane Mumford, cabaret artist, comedian and host 
  • Tariq Ali, founder of Zanad, Cairo 
  • Jadwiga Kowalska, animation director 
  • Joanna Quinn, animation director 

10:50 - 12:00 Trafo, Hall 36.2

Workshop: Typography for Animation 

Drawing on his background in graphic design and extensive experience in the animation industry, Daniel Harisberger (Team Tumult) presents the basics of typography and layout for designing aesthetic film graphics.  

Number of places is limited. Registration opens on 11 august 2026

13:00 - 15:00  Trafo, Hall 36.2

Portfolio Review and Recruiting Session 

Representatives from various studios and freelancers provide feedback on portfolios and share information about possible job vacancies in brief speed-dating sessions.

Number of places is limited. Registration opens on 11 august 2026

13:00 - 15:00 , Trafo, Hall 36.2

Artist Talk: Joanna Quinn 

The internationally acclaimed British director is one of the most prominent contemporary voices in animation. She will speak about her career, the importance of humour and her future projects. 

15:30 - 16:45 , Trafo, Hall 36.2

SAIA – Swiss Animation Industry Award 

In cooperation with the Swissfilm Association, the shortlist of the best animated films in Switzerland will be presented and a winning film selected. To kick things off, a case study will be presented as part of “What’s up Switzerland?”. 

Presenting Partner: Swissfilm Association

17:00 - 18:30, Trafo, Hall 36.2