The festival is recognized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences - Oscars and the winner of The Grand Prix Anima Mundi is eligible to compete for the 2015 Oscar for animated short film.

typically, the organizers of the festival accept submissions until march - There is no charge to submit work for the festival, and animated shorts, feature films and student productions are often all accepted.

each year, Anima Mundi showcases another round of wonderfully diverse, innovative and entertaining animations to delight and intrigue audiences the world over.