Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Caterpillarplasty’ by David Barlow-Krelina
A satire that lifts plastic surgery to another level.
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Miyu Unveils 5 New Short Films By Nikita Diakur, Špela Čadež, Dahee Jeong, And Others (Exclusive)
An exclusive look at upcoming short films from the French production house Miyu.
How They Did It: Blending Memory And Archives In The Hybrid Film ‘Uncle Thomas: Accounting for the Days’
In her autobiographical film, Regina Pessoa expands her repertoire, introducing object animation and wall drawings alongside hand-drawn animation.
How They Did It: Inventing A New Animation Technique For ‘The Physics Of Sorrow’
For his new film, acclaimed animator Theodore Ushev adopted a style of painting pioneered by Egyptians thousands of years ago.
What Is A Technical Director? The NFB’s Eloi Champagne Explains
A good technical director, according to Champagne, finds creative solutions to technical problems, and technical solutions to creative problems.
How They Did It: Combining 2D Animation, Archive Materials, And Ice Carving In ‘Shannon Amen’
Canadian animator Chris Dainty walks us through the complex production process of his new NFB short.
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘I’m OK’ by Elizabeth Hobbs
The 2019 BAFTA award for best British short animation.
Hundreds Of Canadian Filmmakers Declare ‘Crisis’ As NFB Commissioner Is Reappointed
Over 250 National Film Board of Canada directors have revolted against the organization, claiming it spends less than 20% of its budget on production.
What Is VR Good For? The Creators Of ‘Gymnasia’ Have Some Thoughts
“If you have an idea for a short that involves story, for God’s sake don’t do it in vr.”
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Manivald’ by Chintis Lundgren
A hot young plumber, Toomas, breaks into the harmonious life of Manivald and his retired mother.
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Freaks Of Nurture’ by Alexandra Lemay
Just in time for Mother’s Day…
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘The Tesla World Light’ by Matthew Rankin
Winner of the Canadian Screen Award for best animated short, “The Tesla World Light” makes its free online debut today.
NFB’s Montreal Studio Remembered: Filmmakers And Studio Employees On Building’s Legacy
Hundreds of classic animated films have been made in one of the most unlikely animation studios. Paul Driessen, Torill Kove, Jacques Drouin, Janet Perlman, and others share memories of the awkward but beloved NFB building.
The State of VR Animation: A Review Of Works Presented At Anima Festival
“There are no experts in virtual reality,” says Corentin Lambot. “If someone says they are one, don’t believe them.”
Oscar-Shortlisted Shorts: See The Visual Development And Production Design – Part II
In the second part of this exclusive series, we explore the production design of “Animal Behaviour,” “Bird Karma,” “Late Afternoon,” “Grandpa Walrus,” and “Weekends.”
Short Pick Of The Day: ‘Hedgehog’s Home’ by Eva Cvijanović
Based on the classic story by Branko Ćopić, “Hedgehog’s Home” is a tale that reminds us there truly is no place like home.
Inside The Artist’s Studio: Luc Chamberland
Director and animator Luc Chamberland carries multiple notebooks wherever he goes. “There’s too much stuff happening in the head so I write it and write it and get it out.”
Short Pick of the Day: ‘Threads’ by Torill Kove
“Threads,” the new film from Oscar-winning animator Torill Kove, is now online.
Cannes 2018: Directors’ Fortnight Selects Films By Mamoru Hosoda, Emma De Swaef, and Marc Roels
Four animated projects are getting the spotlight at Cannes’ Directors’ Fortnight sidebar.
‘I Like Girls’ By Diane Obomsawin
Four lesbians reveal the nitty-gritty about their first loves, and share their erotic and fumbling attempts at sexual expression.
