Charades and Diaphana Partner for Animated Feature 'The Little Run'

French animation studio Picolo Pictures has secured major industry backing for its upcoming feature, 'The Little Run' ('La Petite Cavale'). The project, directed by the creative duo Julien Bisaro and Claire Paoletti, marks their highly anticipated follow-up to the acclaimed 'Shooom’s Odyssey.' International sales agency Charades and distributor Diaphana have officially boarded the project, signaling strong market confidence in the filmmakers' latest work.

The production has already achieved significant commercial momentum, securing pre-sales from major European broadcasters including Canal+, Ciné+, and France 3 Cinéma in France, alongside Germany’s ZDF. This early financial support underscores the project's broad appeal and the established reputation of Bisaro and Paoletti within the European animation landscape.

For the industry, this partnership highlights the continued strength of director-driven animation in the global market. By aligning with Charades—a banner known for championing auteur-led projects like the Oscar-nominated 'Flow'—'The Little Run' is well-positioned for a robust international rollout. The involvement of established distributors like Diaphana further suggests that the film is being positioned as a significant cultural export, reinforcing France's status as a powerhouse in the production of high-quality, artistic animation.