While the industry primarily produces short films and series rather than full-length theatrical features, 2023 demonstrated a growing presence in the international animation market through boutique studio work and festival circuits.
: This conference served as a vital hub for industry professionals, showcasing a "Cabinet of Secrets" of Georgian animation and discussing the unique, niche production coming from the country. Top Dubbed Animations (2023 Releases) qartuli multfilmebi 2023
Several short films and series were highlighted or released in 2023: Franzy's Soup Kitchen : Directed by Ana Chubinidze. Bright Lights : Produced by Garnamatac for Nickelodeon. Giraffe Joze : A project from Studio Velocipede. Kato's Dream : A "lovable" short film by Tsotne Rusishvili. Digital Content While the industry primarily produces short films and
| Film | Director | Length | Where to find | |------|----------|--------|----------------| | The Song of the Bee | Gia Tsereteli | 75 min | Georgian Film Center / Local DVD | | Magdanis Nazima | Ana Chubinidze | 14 min | Festival circuit (search for online screenings) | | Mziuri | Natia Nikolashvili | 11 min | YouTube (official upload expected 2024) | | Chicken for Dinner? | Nino Kirtadze | 9 min | Sundance platform / ShortsTV | | Pesvebi | Elene Javakhadze | 6 min | Vimeo (animator’s channel) | Bright Lights : Produced by Garnamatac for Nickelodeon
The year 2023 proved to be a pivotal milestone for Georgian animation. It was a year where local storytelling traditions met cutting-edge technology, resulting in projects that appealed to children, teenagers, and adults alike. From heartwarming educational series for toddlers to ambitious feature films and gritty adult-oriented anthologies, the Georgian animation industry established itself as a formidable player in the global cinematic landscape.
: Many "new" 2023 releases found on platforms like YouTube are often Georgian-dubbed versions of international films (e.g., Puss in Boots
Georgia often co-produces with European countries. In 2023, these were significant: