International Competition Program #3 – REPEAT
The International Competition Programs are the backbone of the entire MIAF mission. Drawn from more than 2,000 submissions they showcase the best, most imaginative animating talent on the planet in a series of programs in which the only rule is diversity.
This program includes new films from some of MIAF’s best friends. Here is where you’ll see master Italian animator Simone Massi’s latest wonder, the Shakespearean infused film that Hannes Rall has been promising for some time, the latest quirky outing from Dutch trio Job, Joris & Marieke and a brand new piece of mind-bending animated moving art from Cassie Shao.
My Mother, The Sea
Aspasia Kazeli
Estonia, 6’01, 2022
A quietly joyful, elegantly poignant illustration of a daughter sharing her mother’s transition and final journey.
From Our Side
Simone Massi
Italy, 5’00, 2023
“History flows, the darkness wets our clothes.” Inspired by a Montale poem, narrated by Win Wenders and drawn by one of animation’s true living masters.
Shakespeare For All Ages
Hannes Rall
Germany, 2’43, 2022
Shakespeare’s works are timeless – this film proves it! The latest visual signpost in Rall’s pursuit of the nexus between the Bard and animation.
The Dragon Soul
Noel Tay
Singapore, 2’04, 2023
The simple, soaring majesty of a mythical creature emerging into a world over which it will view and dominate from on-high.
Kafarnaum
H. Deflandre, J. Miternique, A. Colas, A. Adams, A. Antonio, O. Rendu, E. Samyn
France, 7’30, 2023
Deep in the cellar beneath your feet is a force that draws its energy from your worst fears – but as those fears grow can they still be contained?
Lack
Paweł Prewencki
Poland, 11’45, 2023
The impending promise of new life brings with it the potential for loss and the possibility of a bond born of our strongest inner powers.
Apocalypse Dog
A. Le Clainche, C. Nasarre, J. Qian, J. Barraux, E. Plumey, L. Arnaud, S. Cauchie
France, 7’30, 2022
In a hilariously crafted post-apocalyptic wasteland, Bob and his dog Pasha endure hunger, thirst, and fatigue. Suddenly, they spot a distant city!
Nobody
Job, Joris & Marieke
Netherlands, 9’15, 2023
An obsessive Instagrammer takes one too many selfies triggering his fading to invisibility and a battle to keep his beloved followers.
This Is A Story Without A Plan
Cassie Shao
USA, 7’35, 2023
Two people find that life – like explosions – can be crazy colourful to watch but difficult to plan or control.
This session is classified: Unclassified (M) Mature, not recommended for viewers under 15 years.