‘Horny’ Is A Deceptively Simple Story About Sexuality, Identity, And Friendship
The student film was made by Zhangir Botabekov at Laguna College of Art and Design.
Chris Robinson
‘The Pioneers’ Is A Tribute To The Forgotten And Overlooked Pioneers Of Space Travel
Based on historical records, this unique documentary rhythmically depicts 59 test rocket launches, each carrying an animal, before humans were eventually sent into space.
Unconventional Historical And Experimental Themes Enliven Thomas Renoldner’s Short ‘Stampfer Dreams’
A new animated short delves into the life and work of one of the earliest practitioners of animated images.
French Student Short ‘Layla’ Offers A Refreshingly Different Take On Teen Sexuality
In this Gobelins student short, a trio of tough-talking preteens purchase a sex robot so they can lose their virginity.
When Did Animated Shorts Get So Long? An Investigation Into The Uncomfortable Rise Of Long Shorts
As animation directors explore longer film formats, the trend is causing headaches for producers, distributors, festival programmers, and educators.
In ‘Freelance,’ A Weary Knight Deals With A Fickle Client
This fast-paced, minimalist animated comedy pays homage to classic cartoons while tackling a topic that will resonate with anyone who has ever dealt with indecisive clients.
Robert Verrall, National Film Board Of Canada Animation Pioneer, Has Died
As a filmmaker and producer, Verrall helped elevate animation to new heights and demonstrated its potential as a powerful tool for storytelling and education.
Ferri Caicedo’s ‘Wind Whisperer’ Is A Hauntingly Poetic Ode To Life’s Impermanence
Created with handmade textiles, the film explores an acceptance — or at least a deeper understanding — of life’s transformative and fragile beauty.
Flóra Anna Buda’s Palme d’Or Winning Short Film ’27’ Arrives Online
Alice lives at her parents’ place at the age of 27 with no private life or a relationship. It takes a bicycle accident and a short coma to make her realize that it’s time to move out.
Sander Joon’s Short ‘Sierra,’ Winner Of Over 40 Awards, Debuts Online
The film is a poignant exploration of the relationship between parents and children, particularly the often misguided attempts of parents to impose their passions and interests on their kids.
‘Across My Jaw’ Music Video Is An Audiovisual Feast For The Senses
Through a mix of drawn animation and physical objects, the visuals echo the surreal style of Ralph Bakshi and the dreamlike aesthetic of ‘Fantastic Planet.’
British Rapper Shao Dow Releases ‘Blue Lock’-Inspired Music Video ‘Striker’
“‘Blue Lock’ is all about the mentality of becoming the very best, and that’s the mindset I’ve always had in music,” said Shao Dow of the video’s message.
Jeff Scher Gives Animated Treatment To Unreleased Tom Petty Track
Scher brings a vivid and emotionally resonant interpretation to Petty’s themes of longing, lost love, and the struggle to move forward.
Jenny Jokela’s ‘Sweet Like Lemons’ Is A Bittersweet Exploration Of A Toxic Relationship
In ‘Sweet Like Lemons,’ a woman attempts to craft an email message to a former lover, urging him to leave her life for good.
Joe Loftus’ ‘Still Up There’ Is A Haunting Cosmic Horror Story
A mortally wounded astronaut awakens in the upper atmosphere after a catastrophic event.
‘Under The Thicket’ Is A Reflective Exploration Of Nature And The Transience Of Life
A ghost goes for a walk in the woods.
Gobelins Graduation Film ‘The Story Of Three Sisters’ Resonates With A Gentle Yet Profound Message
The film was written and directed by a team of seven students at the famed French animation school.
Tomoyuki Niho Animated ‘Taxi To The Moon’ Music Video In His Distinctively Minimal Style
His style complements the whimsical narrative of a woman taking an unconventional cab ride to the moon.
‘Over The Garden Wall’ Receives A 10th Anniversary Stop-Motion Makeover By Mikey Please And Dan Ojari
Featuring intricately crafted wooden-style puppets with hand-drawn eyes and mouths, the short serves as a fitting coda to McHale’s masterpiece.
Rules Were Meant To Be Broken In Jeanette Jeanenne’s Short ‘Rules’
‘Rules’ humorously examines the consequences — or lack thereof — of ignoring spoken and unspoken societal norms.
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