Winnipeg, Seeds of Hope Competes at Annecy Festival
Originally published Jun 19, 2026
By Roberto Prieto · Variety
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Key points
- “Winnipeg, Seeds of Hope” is an animated film co-produced by Spain, Chile, and Argentina.
- The film will compete in the Contrechamp Feature Films section at the Annecy Animation Film Festival.
- It is directed by Beñat Beitia Urresti and Elio Quiroga.
- The film tells the story of the humanitarian ship Winnipeg, chartered by Pablo Neruda and Delia del Carril.
- The film highlights the ship’s journey to Chile and its historical significance.
“Winnipeg, Seeds of Hope,” an animated film co-produced by Spain, Chile, and Argentina, will compete in the Contrechamp Feature Films section at the Annecy Animation Film Festival. The film is directed by Beñat Beitia Urresti and Elio Quiroga, known for their previous works in animation.
The film chronicles the voyage of the humanitarian ship Winnipeg, which was chartered by Nobel Prize-winning poet Pablo Neruda and artist Delia del Carril. The story highlights the ship’s journey to Chile, a pivotal moment in the country’s history. The film joins 10 other titles in the competitive section of the festival.
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