Cinesite at SPARK ANIMATION 2026: The Making of RAY GUNN
Cinesite is joining SPARK ANIMATION 2026 for two special sessions exploring the making of RAY GUNN, the highly anticipated animated feature from Netflix and Skydance Animation, directed by two-time Academy Award winner Brad Bird.
Over the weekend, attendees can discover the creative vision behind the film before going behind the scenes with our team to explore the characters, environments, action, and technical artistry that helped shape the world of Metropia.
Joining us at SPARK ANIMATION? Come along and discover more about the making of RAY GUNN.
🎬 See the full details for both sessions below:
Welcome to the Future: The Making of RAY GUNN
Presented by Netflix + Skydance Animation, this special session will see Brad Bird take audiences inside the making of his long-awaited passion project, RAY GUNN.
Moderated by Marina Antunes, the conversation will explore the film’s creative journey, the artistic influences behind its distinctive retro-futuristic aesthetic, and the technical craftsmanship that brought the vibrant world and unforgettable characters of Metropia to life.
📅 Saturday, September 19
🕐 9:00 AM
📍 TBC
🎤 Presented by Netflix + Skydance Animation
More details coming soon.
RAY GUNN: The Craft Behind the Movie
On Sunday, Cinesite will take audiences behind the scenes of RAY GUNN in a special presentation dedicated to the craft behind the film.
Our team will share how they helped bring the characters, environments, action, and cinematic style of Brad Bird’s ambitious animated feature to the screen, while exploring the creative and technical challenges involved in bringing the world of RAY GUNN to life.
📅 Sunday, September 20
🕐 3:40 PM
📍 TBC
🎤 Presented by Cinesite
More details coming soon.
Learn More About Spark Animation 2026
For the full conference program, registration details, and additional events taking place throughout the week, visit the official Spark Animation 2026 website.
