animées

Animées is the French term for animated works, especially those produced in Japan and distributed internationally as anime. The category includes television series, feature films, and online releases created through traditional cel animation or modern digital methods, often adapted from manga or light novels.

Historically, modern anime developed from early Japanese animation and gained worldwide prominence in the latter half of the 20th century, aided by television, home video, and, more recently, streaming platforms. Pioneering figures and studios such as Osamu Tezuka and Toei Animation helped establish conventions in storytelling, visuals, and production pipelines that many studios around the world have emulated.

Industries often classify anime by target demographic, using categories such as kodomo (children), shonen (young males), shoujo (young females), seinen (adult men), and josei (adult women). Genres span science fiction, fantasy, romance, horror, slice of life, and sports, frequently blending multiple elements. A defining feature is serialized storytelling, with episodes leading to ongoing arcs or self-contained stories, and a strong emphasis on character development and world-building.

Production involves writers, directors, animators, voice actors, and composers, with distribution shaped by licensing agreements and subtitling or dubbing for international audiences. Global reception includes dedicated fan communities, conventions, and accessibility through streaming services, which have broadened the reach of animées beyond Japan.

Notable works and franchises such as Astro Boy, Neon Genesis Evangelion, Spirited Away, One Piece, and My Neighbor Totoro illustrate the diversity and cultural impact of animées, which continue to influence global animation aesthetics and storytelling approaches.