festival update

Open World 2020 is going virtual!



The 2020 festival was originally scheduled to take place at the Emmaus Theatre, but due to on-going safety concerns from COVID19, the event is shifting to a virtual platform, with an additional theatrical screening at a later date.



Screenings will happen in the way of livestreams via Twitch, YouTube & Facebook Live, July 23-25.



TWITCH

https://www.twitch.tv/alternativegallery



YOUTUBE

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7pRlBaxv_ZpcRT4OO4tFCQ

EVENT INVITE

https://www.facebook.com/events/2672987466352145/

About

Open World Animation Festival encourages creators to explore the frontiers of animation through both traditional & emerging mediums. Its mission is to help general audiences understand the artistry in animation and its diversity of subject matter. It aims to showcase many voices, styles, & perspectives. Anyone is welcome to take part!

Winning film takes home $1,000!

For the 2020 Festival we are partnering with the Emmaus Theatre as our official screening location! This 450-seat venue is one of only 600 surviving independent theaters in the Nation. The Emmaus Theatre is equipped with DLP Cinema for a state of the art cinematic experience!