Smids Animation Studios, a rising star in the African animation industry, has announced the exciting news that their latest short film, Hadu, has been selected for screening at three prominent international film festivals. This remarkable achievement marks a significant milestone in the studio’s journey and highlights its growing influence on the global animation stage.

Hadu will be showcased at three highly esteemed festivals, each offering a unique platform for the film to shine. The first is the Silicon Valley African Film Festival in the United States, a renowned event that celebrates African filmmakers and their works. The second is the ANIMAGE International Animation Festival in Brazil, one of the most important animation festivals in Latin America. Finally, Hadu will be featured at CINANIMA – International Animated Film Festival of Espinho in Portugal, one of Europe’s longest-running and most respected animation festivals, which also holds the added prestige of being an Academy Award (Oscars) and Canadian Screen Award qualifying event. These three festivals provide Hadu with the opportunity to reach diverse international audiences, elevating the film’s profile and showcasing African animation on the world stage.

Produced by Smids Animation Studios, Hadu is the culmination of months of meticulous effort and collaboration among the studio’s talented team. Based in Lagos, Nigeria, Smids Animation Studios has been steadily building its reputation as a leading animation studio in Africa, renowned for its ability to craft stories that not only entertain but also reflect African realities and traditions.

In light of this achievement, the team at Smids Animation Studios expressed their excitement and gratitude: 

"This is a monumental moment for us at Smids Animation Studios. Having Hadu selected for these prestigious festivals validates the hard work and passion we’ve put into this project. It’s an honour to represent African animation on such influential platforms, and we’re thrilled to share our work with audiences around the world."

The selection of Hadu for these esteemed festivals marks a major step in Smids’ mission to push African animation into the global spotlight. This achievement also reflects the growing international interest in African animated content, a genre that is rapidly expanding and gaining recognition for its unique voice and perspective.

The team is encouraging supporters and fans to follow their journey as they continue to make waves in the animation industry. Further updates on Hadu’s festival screenings and potential awards will be shared via Smids Animation Studios’ official social media channels.

Stay tuned for more exciting news as Smids Animation Studios continues to break new ground in the world of animated film.