LXiA Presents Encuadre

Encuadre is a one-day event that aims to highlight the year's best of Latinx produced animation. LatinX in Animation Presents Encuadre Encuadre is a one-day event that aims to reframe the conversation of animation, by putting a focus on Latinos making an impact in the animation industry, as well as highlighting and celebrating the best of Latino animated short films in award consideration. This year's Encuadre will feature panels with industry professionals, followed by a special For Your Consideration screening of this year's Latino animated short films in award consideration. The event will conclude with an exclusive reception, with complimentary food and drinks courtesy of LXiA. Encuadre will take place at the iconic Vidiots in Eagle Rock on Sunday, November 22nd. Producing Your Independent Feature & Series 11:20AM - 12:20PM Explore the creative and practical realities of producing your independent features and series, from building the right team to navigating funding and production and shaping the project's vision. Speakers: • Alan Luna, Producer & Casting Director • Mireia Vilanova, Founder, Lucky Accident Productions • Renato Bernal, Founder, NuBoom Studios • Stuart Allan, Founder, NuBoom Studios Writing for Features and Series 12:30PM - 1:30PM Writers share insights into the creative process behind features and TV series, exploring storytelling, character development, collaboration, and the unique opportunities of writing for animation. Speakers: • Dan Hernandez, Writer, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem • Isaac Gonzalez, Creator, Swap Meet Additional speakers to be announced For Your Consideration: Latino Animated Short Films Screening & Q&A 1:45PM - 3:30PM • 18 Months (USA), Director: Paulo Garcia, Natalia Gouvea • The Apricot (USA, Mexico), Director: Alex Z. Avila • A Flock of Thunder (Mexico), Director: Mariana Mendivil • Once in a Body (Colombia, USA), Director: María Cristina Pérez González • Petra and the Sun (Chile), Director: Malu Furche, Stefi Malacchini • The Scarlet Tamagochi (Chile), Director: Francisco Visceral Rivera FYC Latino Animated Short Films Reception • 3:30PM - 5PM • Complimentary Drinks and Food courtesy of LatinX in Animation