Taking place in Botafogo, this highly prestigious festival brings together films and artists from all areas of the globe.

Films compete in the categories of Short, Children's Short, Brazilian Short, Students' Short, Experimental and avant-garde films, Long (over 50 minutes), Children's' Long, and Portfolio - encompassing videos relating to advertising, institutions, games, or special effects.

The highly sought after awards are determined by a panel of expert judges, consisting of animators, filmmakers and journalists and winners receive prizes ranging from four to ten thousand Brazilian reais.