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shareThis collection of animated short films centers itself around stories of isolation, self-discovery, and survival through technological, environmental, and personal changes.
In this program
The Synthetic Age
Directed by Dimitris Armenakis
In a city where people consume cartoons, a dog reconciles with its old friends, and together, they try to escape from humans.
Other I
Directed by Alina Popescu
What happens when blind faith and the comforts we never question demand more of us than we have to give?
A Bird’s Wish
Directed by Gan de Lange
This is the story of a bird that wants to be a mother and cannot lay an egg. What price will she pay and what challenges will she have to endure to finally become a mother?
Anyone lived in a pretty how town
Directed by Daniel Kreizberg
In a picturesque town, a man named “anyone” rejoices in the beauty of everyday life and celebrates the natural world. The people around him, however, are more focused on conforming to modern society, and ostracize anyone for being different.
Mamita
Directed by Chiara Boiani
Vanesa (26) is about to have her baby in a somber hospital, where she and her roommates are victims of obstetric violence. In her loneliness, Vanesa gives birth to her baby but starts to fear that it will be taken from her.
FALLING
Directed by Adelaide Day, Brandon Christopher
Liz and her dog Richie stumble into a mysterious fantasy world where imagination shapes reality. As they explore a strange castle and uncover hidden magic, Liz begins to realize that the journey isn’t just about escape, it’s about discovering the inner strength and creativity needed to bring one’s true self to life.
Like Friend, Like Deer
Directed by Malek Eghbali
After killing an illegal hunter, a wildlife ranger is left at a crossroads between escape and surrender, confronting the deep connection between humans and nature.
Next Show in 90 Minutes
Directed by John T. Hill
A routine both natural and unnatural unfolds in the heart of one of America’s most cherished landscapes. Content Warning: This film contains mild body horror and brief violence.
A Grieving Heart
Directed by Wendy Cong Zhao
An immigrant woman examines her past in the wake of her American ex-boyfriend’s death.
Future Of… (Land)
Directed by Scott Coello
FUTURE OF… The end is near as the animal world is in revolt
