Nowadays , Angoulême is at the centre of an agglomeration , which is one of the most industrialised regions between Loire and Garonne ( the paper industry was established in the 16th century , a foundry and electromechanical engineering developed more recently ) . It is also a commercial and administrative city with its own university of technology , and a vibrant cultural life . This life is dominated by the Angoulême International Comics Festival , the FFA Angoulême Francophone Film Festival and the Musiques Métisses Festival that contribute substantially to the international renown of the city . Moreover , Angoulême hosts 40 animation and video game studios that produce half of France 's animated production . Currently the city is developing filming for both French television and cinema . Wes Anderson chose Angoulême for his next movie at the end of 2018
Angoulême International Comics Festival
Angoulême International Comics Festival
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