Real stories, real subjects, real emotions. Reality is the birthplace of these short animated documentaries.
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What's up Doc? Well, plenty! Here's an often overlooked genre in the film industry: short animated documentaries. Animation can help bring real stories to life and deal with traumas, memories, unresolved conflicts, neglected feelings and so on. Reality is the birthplace of these short docs. Real stories, real subjects, real emotions.
On July 25, 2020, the MV Wakashio ran aground off Mauritius, and twelve days later, oil began leaking, causing the region's worst ecological disaster ever seen. In Black Tide, Kim Yip Tong blends animated documentary and art film to depict the trauma of coastal residents who fought to save the lagoon.
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Format Error Occurred at Offset cuts through the administrative paperwork required for the director to live in different countries, exploring the ambiguity and fragility of identity within bureaucratic systems, cultural contexts, and today's social industry. An AI-critical animated documentary by Zirui Chen.
I Died in Irpin is a testimony by animator Anastasiia Falileieva, who escaped Ukraine with her boyfriend during the war. Spending 10 days in a blockaded city, they managed to escape with the last evacuation convoy.
Set against the backdrop of the sea and the urban Algarve, we follow the complete life cycle of a unique shellfish called Percebes (goose barnacle). From their formation to their place on the dish, this journey takes you through various contexts, offering a deeper understanding of the region and its inhabitants.
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Shadows tells the true story of Ahlam, a teenage mother who fled Iraq, driven by a desire for freedom. The narrator recounts her memories in a metaphorical journey through the heart of an airport, where dreams and ghosts of the past mingle. Heartbreaking documentary by director Rand Beiruty.
Solid as a Rock is a short documentary from the perspective of a 16-year-old climate activist. In her light-hearted way, she recounts the chaotic experience of being arrested and the rather unsuccessful intimidation attempts by the police. A personal story, brought to life by director Tiva Pam, offering insights on civil disobedience as a source of hope.
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Seasoned storyteller Mr. P.N.K. Panicker from Kerala, India, narrates the story of the humble reptile Arana. In this charming folktale, you will uncover how Arana came to embody a distinctive and memorable character trait. A delightful short film by Indian director Adithi Krishnadas.
Will You Come With Me? is a little story born in Berlin. A city that appears liberated but tends to give you a slap in the face when you get in intimate relationships. You soon discover things aren't so different from the dark days of the past, when women had to bear responsibility not only for their own actions but also for men’s, facing the consequences alone.
Kaboom Animation Festival is the one-stop-shop for the latest and greatest in all things animated. Ranging from cutting-edge experimental arthouse to colorful stories for families and kids, Kaboom will cater to the animation needs of all. Yes, even yours, my amazing weirdo friend!
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