Mexican stop-motion animation powerhouse Cinema Fantasma has officially partnered with streetwear and designer footwear brand Chahneke to launch an exclusive, limited-edition sneaker collection inspired by the dark-fantasy universe of “I am Frankelda” (available worldwide on Netflix).
The licensing agreement was brokered and managed by IP boutique Licenspark. This collaboration brings together cinema-quality stop-motion artistry and premium urban fashion, offering fans a unique way to wear the hauntingly beautiful aesthetic of Mexico’s premier animated IP.
Artistic craft meets modern streetwear
The collection will feature custom streetwear sneakers designed around the iconic characters, rich color palettes, and handcrafted textures of Soy Frankelda. Developed under strict artistic supervision by Cinema Fantasma’s creative team, the line bridges traditional craft with modern streetwear culture, launching just in time for the Halloween season.
Key agreement highlights
- IP: I am Frankelda (Soy Frankelda), the first Mexican stop-motion feature film;
- Category: Streetwear, urban sneakers, and designer footwear (Nice Class 25);
- Territory: Mexico;
- Licensor: Espacio Creativo Fantasma S.A. de C.V. (Cinema Fantasma);
- Licensee: Chahneke;
- Licensing Agency: Licenspark (Ernesto Molina).
About the stakeholders
Cinema Fantasma (Licensor)
Founded by brothers Roy and Arturo Ambriz, Cinema Fantasma is an acclaimed Mexican animation studio specializing in stop-motion, puppet fabrication, and world-building. Renowned for their artisanal craftsmanship and original storytelling, the studio has created global content for major networks and platforms, positioning Mexican animation at the forefront of the international stop-motion scene.
“I am Frankelda” (The Intellectual Property)
“I am Frankelda” is a groundbreaking Mexican stop-motion feature film created by Cinema Fantasma. Following a spooky 19th-century ghostwriter on her journey to the world of “terrors”, the IP has earned critical acclaim and a passionate fanbase for its dark-fantasy narrative, haunting original soundtrack, and exquisite puppet design, championed by filmmaker Guillermo del Toro.
Chahneke (Licensee)
Chahneke is an innovative Mexican footwear and apparel brand known for high-quality, concept-driven sneakers and streetwear. Combining bold aesthetics with premium materials, Chahneke frequently collaborates with pop-culture icons and creative studios to turn narrative art into wearable design.
