Student Films Panorama (15)

Thursday 14 Nov 2024 - 16:30
HOME - Cinema 2
Runtime: 78 mins (approx.)

This selection showcases the versatility and scope of contemporary animation from students around the world. A mixture of techniques, storytelling and platforms, this panorama represents the breadth of animation from an academic environment.

This screening carries the following trigger warnings for content: Animal Death and Cruelty, Child Abuse, Abuse. Trigger warning content categories used are courtesy of the Film and TV Charity's advice: https://wholepicturetoolkit.org.uk/in-production/work-well-with-vulnerable-contributors-and-sensitive-content/trigger-warning-guidance-and-sample-wording/

Films in this programme

Adiós

Dir. José Prats // United Kingdom

Pedro is trying to deal with the imminent departure of his son moving away from home.

Poppy Flowers

Dir. Evridiki Papaiakovou // Estonia

A daughter tries to reconcile with her mother through memories of their shared rituals, exposing the intricate aspects of their relationship.

The Tube

Dir. Fangfang Han // United Kingdom

The London Underground is the oldest underground transportation system in the world.

Echoes

Dir. Robinson Drossos // France

Echoes is a contemplative adventure into the depths of a noisy world.

Daisy

Dir. Aditi Dixit, Joffrey Atienza Zamora, Shecid Domínguez Aguilera // Spain

In the depths of darkness lies a music box which opens to reveal a young girl dressed in a petal dress.

Round Table Dilemma

Dir. XiaoHanzhi // China

A family banquet. Beneath the surface of smooth toasts and pleasantries, there is anxiety and unease emanating from the family.

On the 8th Day

Dir. Agathe Sénéchal, Alicia Massez, Elise Debruyne, Flavie Carin, Théo Duhautois // France

It took 7 days to create the world, it only took one to disrupt its balance.

Unicorn Lady

Dir. Rebecca Rechana Paul // India

A moving portrayal of a resilient cancer survivor emerging from the shadows of a mastectomy.

Minus Plus Multiply

Dir. Chu-Chieh Lee // United Kingdom

A story of self-searching and healing, exploring the relationship between emotion and space.

Flame

Dir. Elzbieta Muskietorz // Poland

A retelling of a classic polish lullaby changed to reflect the issues of societal pressure on women and their stagnation in toxic relationships.

Sheep Story

Dir. Rakel Andrésdóttir // Iceland

A person finds an home within a sheep's body, feeding from the inside. Eventually, they need to face the consequences.

The Last Drop

Dir. Anna Tőkés // Hungary

Kata, is member of the national rhythmic gymnastics team that is exposed to extreme coaching techniques.

The Last Garden

Dir. Eloise Jenninger // United Kingdom

In the city's last community garden, Henry finds solace, until one day they decide to build a shopping mall there.