Animation and Critique

Discussion by The Finnish Critics' Association's film division, Finnish Animation Guild and Tampere Film Festival.

Connoisseurs, creators and critics of the animation industry discuss the special characteristics of animated film from the point of view of criticism. How to take into account the elements and techniques of animation in reviews? How to verbally express the special nature of animation? Should animation be approached as a film, visual art or an art form in its own right? Welcome to reflect on the special nature of animation from the point of view of criticism.

MODERATOR:

• Eija Niskanen – The Finnish Critics' Association (SARV) / film division
  PANELISTIT:
• Ville Hänninen – Writer, journalist
• Albert Laine – Director (Closer, 2024)
• Veera Lamminpää – Director (Fish River Anthology, 2024)