Animation programme one - Dark & Light (Advisory Cert 12A)

Minuet

A student film from Escape Studios.

&Black&White

&Black&White follows the problem-solving (mis)adventures of Bo across a myriad of places and moments in history, in an entirely black and white world where diversity, inclusivity and educational outcomes are achieved through design. A language-less format which children from all walks of life, including those on the spectrum can follow along.

13 episodes of the animated series, as well as educational App and Game are ready for release. Spin off series in partnership with Croatian Football League is in development.

Discover more: www.andblackandwhite.com

Country of Origin Croatia 2018 - UK Premiere

Home Sweet Home

Somewhere in London, a customer leaves a sweet shop and throws away his unfinished bag of sweets. A short story of hardship in the bitter world outside, follow the sweets as they try to find their Home Sweet Home.

Country of Production: UK

Uranus Whispers

Wiss and Krill, two self-absorbed extra-terrestrial buddies, complain vociferously about their Neptunian surroundings. They procure a rocket and attempt an escape to neighboring planet Uranus. Unbeknownst to our encapsulated idiots, their rocket launch is thwarted, and they end up going nowhere. Emerging from their space capsule full of hope, Wiss and Krill convince themselves they have arrived on Uranus and life is better.

© 2019 Frank Gresham

(Country of Origin: USA)

Kivi

During a visit to the seaside, a small boy discovers that if you try hard enough you just might achieve the impossible. Kivi is entranced by the skilfully crafted piles of rocks and stones on a beach, and he decides to build a pile of stones of his own. A stone tower like no other. Kivi is a short animated film by Brian Luff. Written and produced by Georgina Sowerby and Brian Luff. Design & animation by Brian Luff. Music by Simon Van Gend and Kevin MacLeod. A Fit2Fill production. Dur: 08:00

Starvation

A hungry wolf gets stuck in stereotypes about being the big bad wolf of the story. She has to flee when everybody accuses her of violence and murder. She faces the danger of getting killed.

Country of origin: Iran

The Ribbon

A young girl suddenly finds herself in a beautiful imaginary world. As she explores this enchanting place, the long ribbon of her dress gets caught, holding her back. As she pulls on the ribbon to break free, a completely unexpected journey begins.

Gravedad

On her search for something to grab on to, Rosa learns that gravity is stronger than everybody else.

Germany (2019)

IAN, A MOVING STORY

Ian was born with cerebral palsy. Like all kids, he wants to have friends, but discrimination and bullying keep him from his beloved playground. Ian won't give up easily, accomplishing something that will surprise everyone.

Country of Production:  ARGENTINA

The Last Day of Autumn

Forest animals secretly collect abandoned bike parts with the intention of building vehicles that fit their size. A great race is preparing. The last day of Autumn's race.

Country of Origin Switzerland / France 2019

The Evening Thread

An old woman prepares to die. Accompanied by her granddaughter, she reflects on the memories of her life, and on the profound experience of being human, before taking the next step into the unknown. This film was made by one person's hands, using paper, paint, wood, and dried flowers.

The Beauty

"The Beauty" is a poetic journey through a fascinating underwater world, where plastic and nature become one. For one breath our concerns and feelings of guilt dissolve between eerily beautiful coral reefs and the mysterious depths of the ocean.

Germany (2019)

Kinofilm Animation One Package

Kinofilm Q&A Animation One