In a world where visual art and storytelling merge in increasingly innovative ways, the Cartoon Club festival celebrates this fusion through the prestigious Franco Fossati Award.
This year again, we are thrilled to present a selection of works that not only entertain but also inspire, educate, and provoke thought.
The Franco Fossati Award, named in honor of the renowned Italian comics critic and historian, represents excellence in the field of animation and comics. Since 1997, the award has recognized artists and works that have left an indelible mark on popular culture.
The diversity of the works in competition is a testament to the richness and vitality of the sector. From innovative webcomics to profound graphic novels, from traditional to experimental animations, the Franco Fossati Award is a showcase of global talent.
This year’s festival takes place at a historic moment when the importance of visual storytelling has never been more evident. In an era of rapid change and global challenges, comics and animation offer an escape, a means to reflect, and a way to connect. The Franco Fossati Award celebrates this transformative power.
Immerse yourself in the stories we have selected, to discover new worlds and connect with the universal human emotions these works evoke. While we celebrate past achievements, we also look to the future with hope and anticipation for the new voices that will emerge.
Join us in celebrating the art of the possible, the art that challenges, the art that tells our collective story. The Franco Fossati Award is a tribute to all those who dare to dream and tell those stories through the powerful medium of comics and animation.
2025 Winner
Bruno Caporlingua, Mauro Giordani, and Giovanni Librando with Edgar P. Jacobs, Master of the Ninth Art (Anafi, 2025)
Special Mention
Gianni Bono (editor) Sergio Bonelli / Guido Nolitta. The Storytelling Publisher. (Sergio Bonelli Editore, 2024)
