Filipino animated gem ‘ZsaZsa Zaturnnah’ shines at Annecy
Filipino animated feature “ZsaZsa Zaturnnah” is set to make its international premiere at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, widely regarded as the world’s most prestigious animation event. Directed by Avid Liongoreng and co-produced by Rocketsheep Studio and CreaZion Studios Inc., the film’s selection signals a major step forward for Philippine animation on the global stage. A Filipino story goes global Blending humor, spectacle, and bold LGBTQ+ representation, “ZsaZsa Zaturnnah” reimagines a beloved Filipino cultural icon through a vibrant animated lens. The film stands out for its unapologetically local voice and universal themes of identity, transformation, and heroism. Annecy’s recognition places the film alongside the most innovative works in global animation—further cementing the growing presence of Southeast Asian storytelling in international cinema. A director bridging indie roots and global recognition Avid Liongoreng has steadily built a reputation as on...