Tag: comics festival
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Angoulême in Crisis: Creators and Publishers Boycott Threatens Iconic Comics Festival
Introduction: A festival at a crossroads The Angoulême International Comics Festival, long regarded as one of the world’s premier events for graphic storytelling, is confronting an unprecedented crisis. In a move that has sent shockwaves through the industry, leading creators and publishers announced a boycott of the event. The political backdrop is equally volatile, as…
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Angoulême Comics Festival Boycott Shakes the Industry Worldwide
Overview: A festival at a crossroads The Angoulême International Comics Festival, long regarded as one of the world’s premier showcases for graphic storytelling, is facing an unprecedented crisis. After news that several high-profile creators and publishers would boycott the event and that the French government had withdrawn a tranche of its funding, organizers are scrambling…
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Angoulême faces a crisis as creators and publishers boycott the festival
Overview: A festival at a crossroads The Angoulême International Comics Festival, long celebrated as one of the world’s most prestigious gatherings for graphic novels, is confronting an unprecedented crisis. Leading creators and publishing houses have announced a boycott, casting a shadow over the event’s ability to proceed on its traditional schedule. The catalyst, a government…