Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

International Animation Day is celebrated annually on October 28 to commemorate the birth of animation and honour Émile Reynaud’s pioneering work in 1892, when he presented the first public animated film using his Théâtre Optique in Paris. Established by ASIFA in 2002, the day is observed in over 50 countries, featuring screenings, workshops, and exhibitions that celebrate the art and evolution of animation. It highlights animation’s role as a universal storytelling medium, bridging cultures and languages through creativity, education, and visual innovation across both traditional and digital forms.