Reflection paper on Annecy Winner Pitch - Sun Chaser: A Fantastical Filipino Adventure Show Webinar

 

Annecy Winner Pitch - Sun Chaser: A Fantastical Filipino Adventure Show

A Webinar Reflection Blog


        Filipino-American director and animator Bobby Pontillas, who has worked at Disney and other big studios, was featured in the webinar titled Annecy Winner Pitch-Sun Chaser: A Fantastical Filipino Adventure Show. Bobby talked about his experience working in the United States before returning to the Philippines to pursue animation as a means of conveying true Filipino stories.

 

        He emphasized how the success of Sun Chaser, a project that ultimately took home the prize at Annecy , was due to its authenticity, emphasizing values, family, and culture over merely supernatural aspects. In addition to Sun Chaser, Bobby highlighted the pitching process for fresh concepts and displayed reels of other animation films with Filipino influences, like Oras.





Key Takeaways: What I learned from the Webinar

        I learned from this webinar that a pitch's power is not just in its concept but also in its
sincerity. A good pitch, according to Bobby, should always include the "story behind the story," addressing issues of legacy, culture, and family. His strategy served as a reminder to me that people respond more strongly to genuine depiction than to generic storytelling.


        Another powerful lesson was his honesty about rejection. He shared that back in 2009, he was rejected by every animation studio he applied to in the U.S., but instead of giving up, he used that time to refine his craft. That resilience and growth mindset stood out to me as an important quality for any creative professional.
        This webinar encouraged me to push forward with my dream of creating meaningful animation. Bobby Pontillas showed that authenticity and persistence can make Filipino stories shine on the global stage. It reminded me that while challenges and rejections are part of the journey, they can shape us into better storytellers if we don’t give up.

Turning Insight into Action: How I can Apply The Lessons

         
   As an Entertainment and Multimedia Computing student, I see how these lessons directly apply to my field. I need to be resilient when facing challenges, knowing that rejection is part of the journey. At the same time, I must remember to place meaning and authenticity at the core of my work, especially if I want to tell stories that reflect Filipino culture.
I can also take inspiration from Bobby’s emphasis on putting heart into every project. Whether it’s animation, design, or storytelling, I want to focus on how my work can connect with others and represent values that are important to me as a Filipino.


Event Highlights: What A webinar Stand Out

        What made this webinar special was how personal and inspiring it felt. Bobby didn’t just talk about technical processes; he shared his own experiences of culture clash, his move from Los Angeles to the Philippines, and his dreams for Filipino animation. His reels of pitches and projects were exciting to watch, giving us a glimpse into how ideas are brought to life.

Suggestion for Future Improvements

The webinar was very well done, and I honestly enjoyed it a lot. I learned so much from Bobby’s experiences and insights, and it felt both inspiring and practical. Instead of improvements, my only wish is to have more webinars like this in the future, where we can continue learning from professionals in the industry who share not only their technical knowledge but also their personal journeys. Sessions like this truly motivate students like me to keep pursuing our passion.


"Authenticity is what makes a story resonate — put your heart into the project, and the world will feel it."



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