Simmering with understated tension and atmosphere, Toke Madsen’s graduation film demonstrates a mastery of character subtleties and narrative timing while wrapping it all in classical light and impressionist rendering. [Watch]
Setting out to “capture the beauty and mystery of the bioluminescent ocean”, digital artist Artur Gadzhiev took more than a year to create this full-CG experiment defined by intricate fluid and cloth simulations. [Watch]
Based on her own experience as a victim of childhood bullying, director Sarah Beth Morgan leads a production team of 30+ women in spreading awareness of the trauma involved and letting other sufferers know they are not alone. [Watch]
Paris directing duo Burcu Sanku and Geoffrey Godet bring their signature mix of illustrative charm and animated wit to this film about a meticulous little crab and the escalating environmental threat caused by plastic. [Watch]
Ramon Lima, project director at Lightfarm in Rio de Janeiro: “’The Bridge’ project came in as a challenge; it had to be an award-winning short film with a compelling story based on a true tale of a life-saving bond while highlighting the importance of both mental and animal health. [Watch]
Playing with the tone and structure of a nature documentary, Copenhagen art and design duo Anny Wang and Tim Söderström offer witty glimpses into how life has adapted to a new ecology on Earth in the distant future. [Watch]
