Two old friends and neighbours (a gardener and a mole) in the wilderness, waiting for the wind, which will help them fulfil an absurd dream.
only in art do mistakes make sense
The short film's narrative is a story for all audiences, with a focus on one of UNICEF's key themes: childhood racism. This theme is explored through two main anthropomorphic animal characters.
A young cowboy has a magical pencil that brings anything he draws to life. However... he can't draw! When a mysterious out-of-towner arrives in the town, will our hero be able to draw his weapon on time?
"Lilly’s Curse" follows a troubled young girl who seeks shelter from a dark entity in a secluded wooden cabin deep in the woods. But her search for safety quickly unravels into a nightmare as she begins to experience unsettling paranormal phenomena. Hidden within an old cupboard, she discovers a dusty Punch and Judy stage where two eerie puppets, Louis and Dorothy, mysteriously spring to life. Their sinister, ritualistic dance soon reveals a dark force at play, putting Lilly’s life in grave danger. This film emerged as part of a live demonstration for my students, showcasing a practical method I often use to create short animated works. It was developed in real-time as an educational exercise, designed to mirror the exact brief and creative constraints given to the students. By working within the same limitations both conceptually and technically, I aimed to emphasize the power of resourceful storytelling. Every element of the film was produced using only materials and equipment readily available through the university, reinforcing the idea that compelling animation can be achieved without relying on external or high-end resources. The process not only served as a teaching tool but also as a testament to the creative possibilities that arise when artists embrace constraint.
Martín, a young urban raver, becomes entangled in a strange accident on the road while heading to a party in the middle of the Argentine Pampas. Finding refuge in a mysterious countryside tavern and taken in by two strangers, Martín's paranoia begins to take hold of him. As the hours pass, his perception starts to distort, unleashing unsettling visions that will lead him to confront the supernatural forces lurking in the night.
When playful cub Stripes—vibrant against a camp of rigid, black‑striped tigers—is mocked by the status‑obsessed Blaze, he sets off in search of worth and belonging. His journey leads him to a power-hungry wolf, a flamboyant peacock, and a hyper‑disciplined horse. With each encounter, his colours fade to conformity—until a surreal desert of identical tigers forces him to remember his true spark. Guided by a cryptic monkey’s wisdom, he discovers that life isn’t about surface appearances or single‑minded obsession. It’s about cultivating empathy and genuine connection through embracing his authenticity. Renewed in spirit and colour, Stripes returns home to offer silent compassion to the friend who drove him away.
When you travel the world, you’ll find many dishes that look or taste similar. These crossovers remind us that taste is not limited by borders. My film is a medium of reflection on how food can activate nostalgia and connection.
In the brutal chaos of life on the London roads, cars clash, flirt, and fume in this savage reflection of humanity’s impatience and absurdity.
ANIMATION MARATHON
