Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Bloomers’ by Samantha Moore

“Animated fabric brings the story of a lingerie factory in Manchester to life. Silk, cotton, and lace go under the camera, as the workers recount the history of Ella and Me, the U.K. garment manufacturing industry, and British family traditions of making.”

Film by Samantha Moore, U.K., 2019.

Produced by Abigail Addison at Animate Projects. Supported by Klangforum Wien and Arts Council England. Music by Malin Bång.

Nominated for best short film at the British Animation Awards 2020. Winner of best British film at London International Animation Festival 2019. Winner of best documentary at ReAnima International Film Festival 2019.

Watch the making-of video: