In so doing, Xilam has developed a solid CSR policy that is embedded in the Group’s DNA, and committed to reducing carbon emissions, training young people, promoting gender parity and editorial responsibility over content. Finally, Xilam has embraced the market of major platforms (Netflix, Disney+, YouTube, etc.), faster than others, becoming the top supplier in continental Europe.

But also, by multiplying genres: comedies, horror, action-adventure, etc. Then, by extending its technical know-how into 3D, to the point of delivering a balanced line-up of both 2D and 3D technologies as of 2021, as well as by creating hybrid gateways (as demonstrated by Jérémy Clapin’s feature film I Lost My Body. First, by varying its target audiences, including preschool, kids, teenagers, families, and more recently young adults. Initially known for its core business in 2D slapstick comedy for children aged 6 to 10, Xilam has significantly expanded the scope of its programs and expertise. This position is a result of the Group’s consistent growth since 2015, which has been powered by a successful diversification strategy. With this remarkable success, Xilam has cemented its positions as the reference player in the French animation market, a dynamic field which employs close to 10,000 people, and enjoys a recognized international appeal. Including Xilam subsidiary Cube, which produced 47 hours of content, the Xilam group, as a whole, produced a total of 180 hours. This study emphasizes that Xilam is by far the first animation studio for the 2018-2022 period with 133 hours of created content.

To mark this event, the CNC (Centre National du Cinéma) presented a report on the trends of the French animation market and its players. The new Xilam slapstick franchise Karate Sheep was in the running in the TV Films category. Xilam Animation, Academy Award®-nominated French animation studio, attended the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, the world’s largest event dedicated to animation bringing together the top professionals in the field and showcasing the creativity and variety of animation styles and techniques.

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