Category: Animation Short

Academy Awards, Animation Short, Filmmaker Interview, Uncategorized

OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Interview with Hossein Molayemi & Shirin Sohani Directors of IN THE SHADOW OF THE CYPRESS

The short animated film In the Shadow of the Cypress written and directed by Hossein Molayemi and Shirin Sohani has received many international awards so far, including four Oscar-qualifying Best Animation prizes from Tribeca, Animayo, LA Shorts, and Spark Animation. What inspired the story of In the Shadow of the Cypress? Was there a particular experience or moment that led you to explore the theme of PTSD in such a personal and intimate way? In fact, … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Interview with Hossein Molayemi & Shirin Sohani Directors of IN THE SHADOW OF THE CYPRESS

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Academy Awards, Animation Short, Film Festivals, Film Review, Films, Live action short

OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Wes Andre Goodrich’s MEAL TICKET is unforgettable

Directed by Wes Andre Goodrich, MEAL TICKET is a taut, high-stakes short film that explores the complex intersection of morality and ambition. Set against the backdrop of the fast-paced music industry, the film follows Saint (played by Siddiq Saunderson), a young music manager on the cusp of his client’s big debut tour. But just twelve minutes before showtime, Saint receives life-altering news that forces him to make … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: Wes Andre Goodrich’s MEAL TICKET is unforgettable

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Academy Awards, Animation Short, Awards Season, Film Review, Oscars, Short Film

OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: IN THE SHADOW OF THE CYPRESS – A Journey Through PTSD in Animation

In the Shadow of the Cypress is a powerful and emotionally charged animated short film that explores the delicate intersection between trauma and healing through the lens of a father-daughter relationship. Directed by Hossein Molayemi and Shirin Sohani, this Oscar-qualified short offers a poignant narrative about a former captain living in isolation by the sea with his daughter, struggling to cope with the heavy burden of … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: IN THE SHADOW OF THE CYPRESS – A Journey Through PTSD in Animation

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Academy Awards, Animation Short, Awards Season, Film Review

OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: The Power of Animation in WHERE RABBITS COME FROM

Colin Ludvic Racicot’s Oscar®-qualified animated short Where Rabbits Come From is a breathtaking visual journey that marries heartache with beauty, set against the backdrop of a cold, dystopian world. But what truly elevates this deeply emotional story about love, loss, and resilience is its extraordinary animation. Every frame of this film feels meticulously crafted, with the animation itself becoming a silent but powerful storyteller. The world Racicot … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: The Power of Animation in WHERE RABBITS COME FROM

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Academy Awards, Animation Short, Film Festivals, Film Review, Films, Uncategorized

OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: The Animation of TOMORROW

Tomorrow, the Oscar®-qualifying animated short from director and animator Aryasb Feiz, is a masterclass in storytelling and animation. Set in the 1970s streets of Shiraz, Iran, this heartfelt film follows a young boy’s struggle for survival whilst caring for his ill father and the unexpected bond he forms with a stray dog. Through this powerful relationship, the film explores themes of resilience, friendship, and hope, … Continue reading OSCAR SPOTLIGHT: The Animation of TOMORROW

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