Since 2003, at the initiative of the International Animated Film Association (ASIFA)every October 28th the World Animation Day. This date corresponds to the commemoration of the first public screening of animated films.
This event was carried out in 1892 by the pioneer of French cinema, Charles-Émile Reynauden at the Grévin Museum in Paris (France). Place where the Luminous Pantomimes were projected, a program that included the films: Poor Pierrot, Clown and his dogs and a good beer.
Who was Charles-Émile Reynaud?
This pioneer of French cinema invented and patented the Optical Theater, a sophisticated system of lenses and mirrors that made it possible to project animated images on the screen. That is to say, his inventions allowed better and higher quality in the movement of images.
He also managed to have his projections synchronized with music, as well as give him some sound effects. Their work, in short, made it possible to project cartoons on a large screen for a large audience.
Everyone celebrates Animation
Many countries join this celebration, which becomes a favorable space to strengthen cultural initiatives in the field of animation.
In the streets, universities, theaters and cinemas we can find a wide variety of activities for the enjoyment of the public: animation awards, screenings of short films, conferences, workshops, video game days, animated feature films, previews of animated films, readings, cinema to open sky and many others.
Let’s celebrate this day by honoring the man who with his talent, ingenuity and creativity managed to start one of the most important entertainments of humanity, animated cinema.
