A meaningful recognition from Japan
31 ago 2026Sometimes a destination becomes part of a story long before you ever arrive there.
"Beat of A Romance / Cha Cha Cha", directed by Serena Tripepi for the virtual idol project NORA ノラ and produced by Maga Animation Studio, has received an Honorable Mention for Best Music Video at the BonDance International Film Festival 2026 in Tokyo, Japan!
NORA is a digital artist whose story unfolds through music, animation and visual storytelling. The recognition feels especially meaningful given the connection between NORA's creative universe and Japan, a country that has long inspired many aspects of her artistic journey.
So receiving recognition in Tokyo adds a special layer of meaning to this achievement. Japan is not only one of the cultural influences that helped shape the character's artistic identity, but also a place deeply connected to her fictional background and aspirations.
We would like to thank the BonDance International Film Festival and its jury for this honor, and everyone who continues to follow NORA's journey!
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From Italy to ACTIF China! Taking our animation further
13 ago 2026Stories travel even farther when they act as a bridge between cultures. From August 6 to 10, Maga Animation Studio participated in the 16th China International Animation Copyright Fair (ACTIF) in Dongguan, one of Asia's leading events dedicated to art, toys and animation, with a focus on licensing and intellectual properties.
As part of a collective Italian presence, our IPs The GoGoPig and Acqua in Bocca were presented alongside other Italian animation properties, offering Chinese audiences and industry professionals a glimpse into the richness of Italy's creative landscape.
With more than 2,200 animation, film and toy IPs on display, ACTIF brought together creators, companies and industry professionals from around the world. For our studio, the event represented a valuable opportunity to explore new perspectives within one of the world's most dynamic entertainment industries and share our creative vision with audiences and partners from across Asia.
We are grateful to Cristian Jezdic and the ACTIF organization for connecting with us at this huge event. For a studio that believes animation is a universal language, seeing our characters meet new audiences on the other side of the world was a special reminder that stories can travel much farther than we imagine!
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The sound of Soulstice: official trailer soundtracks out now!
4 ago 2026From the dark streets of Ilden, straight to your playlist. The official soundtracks from the Soulstice Cinematic Trailer and Launch Trailer are now available on major streaming platforms, together with their official music videos on the Maga Animation Music YouTube channel.
Developed by Reply Game Studios, Soulstice is a dark fantasy action RPG for which Maga Animation Studio produced the official trailers and more than 80 minutes of in-game cinematics, helping shape the visual identity and storytelling of the game's universe.
Through Maga Animation Music, Maga Animation Studio's division dedicated to original music productions, these compositions are now reaching music lovers and gamers worldwide, offering a new way to experience the atmosphere and emotion of Soulstice beyond the screen. The music was composed by the Italian progressive metal project Waking Void. Blending cinematic orchestral textures with experimental metal influences, it creates a distinctive sound that bridges the worlds of film scoring and progressive music.
Stream the tracks on your favorite platform and watch the official music videos on Maga Animation Music!
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A new season of Mr. Men Little Miss Mini Adventures
20 lug 2026Some stories remain timeless because they speak about experiences everyone shares. We're delighted to continue our collaboration with Sanrio on the second season of Mr. Men Little Miss Mini Adventures, now available on the official YouTube channel. Following the success of the first season, which surpassed 1.5 million views, our team returned to oversee the executive production and direction of 12 brand-new episodes.
Co-directed and written by Francesca Pietrobelli and Eleonora Di Nardo, the new season explores the everyday challenges of growing up through humor, friendship and cooperation. Staying true to the iconic personalities of the Mr. Men and Little Miss characters, these new adventures bring greater emotional depth and richer ensemble storytelling, showing how differences can become strengths when characters learn to understand one another.
A huge thank you to Sanrio and to everyone involved in bringing these colorful adventures back to life. We hope children and families around the world enjoy them as much as we enjoyed creating them!
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