“There Once Is” (Il est une fois) and “Dandelion’s Odyssey” (Planètes): Two Umedia Projects at the Annecy Festival 2025

A highly anticipated mini-series and an animated feature selected for the Annecy Festival — a look back at these selected projects that showcase Umedia’s diversity and creativity.

Earlier this June, the Annecy International Animation Film Festival hosted two Umedia projects in official competition: the mini-series "There Once Is" (Il est une fois) and the feature film "Dandelion's Odyssey" (Planètes), which was awarded the Paul Grimault Prize. Here's a closer look at these animated productions:

📺 "There Once Is" (Il est une fois) (Animated Mini-Series – 10 episodes × 7 min)
Directed by: Patrick Volve & Camille de Cussac
Synopsis: A modern and colorful retelling of classic fairy tales (Bluebeard, etc.) set in a vibrant and visually inventive world.
Co-produced by: Miyu Productions and Have a Nice Day Films
Selection: "TV Films" Competition
🟡 Did you know?
"There Once Is" (Il est une fois) marks Umedia’s first foray into Annecy’s TV competition, reflecting its growing commitment to bold narrative formats.

🌌 "Dandelion's Odyssey" (3D Animation and Live-Action Feature Film)
Directed by: Momoko Seto
Synopsis: A sensory and poetic journey through space, where four dandelion achenes discover a new planet.
Co-produced by: Miyu Productions and Ecce Films, with support from Wallimage
Selection: "Feature Films / Official Selection"
Award: Paul Grimault Prize
🟡 Did you know?
The Paul Grimault Prize honors a film in the official selection for its artistic ambition and narrative or visual impact.

Congratulations to all the teams involved in these two animated projects!