Animated Commercial Curiosities (15)

Wednesday 12 Nov 2025 - 16:45
HOME - Cinema 2
Runtime: 75 mins (approx.)

Those wonderful short films we see again and again — music videos, interstitials, adverts, explainers and more — demonstrate a wealth of animation styles and ideas. Come and see the very best creative responses that shape the world around us.

This screening carries the following trigger warnings for content: Mental Health, Death and Dying.

Trigger warning content categories used are courtesy of the Film and TV Charity's advice: https://bit.ly/3VUsEF4

This program contains flashing lights that may affect viewers who are sensitive to light.

Films in this programme

The Avett Brothers – Love of a Girl

Dir. Victor Haegelin // France

This stop motion music video for Love of a Girl tells a story with impeccable attention to detail in the song's rapid-fire lyrics, breakneck pacing and rollicking inflections, referencing everything from haymakers to Huckleberry Finn, herds of sheep, history and heartache, while blending live action and different mediums of animation.

CineSesc Vignette

Dir. Cesar Cabral // Brazil

This informational film provides safety and well-being guidance for the audience of one of the most important movie theatres in São Paulo, Brazil. Made entirely in stopmotion, the vignette is made up of rotoscoped scenes from great movie classics.

Enedis – The Birds

Dir. Clément Lauricella, Jean-Charles Kerninon // France

Through humorous videos featuring animals such as owls, sparrows and seagulls, the French energy company Enedis raises public awareness of the impact of excessive lighting.

Monument Valley III: The Lighthouse

Dir. Daniel Chester, David Prosser, Margaux Scanatovits // United Kingdom

Sula washes up on a mysterious island full of puzzles, illusions and surreal challenges. Will she unlock the secrets of the island and reconnect with her lost community?

CNESST – Hanging by a Thread

Dir. Dale Hayward, Pierre Dalpé // Canada

An office worker unravels as he struggles to deal with bullying, psychological violence and harassment at work. Produced as part of a campaign raising awareness of psychological health in the workplace.

Méditerranée

Dir. Clément Soulmagnon // France

Dive into the sunny memories of the French Riviera with "Méditerranée," the new animated music video by the band Juniore, directed by Clement Soulmagnon. An ode to the beauty and tranquility of the Mediterranean, brought to life by an exceptional artistic collaboration.

Desi Oon

Dir. Suresh Eriyat // India

Desi Oon explores the deep connection between Deccani wool, the land, and its people, highlighting its cultural, spiritual, and ecological significance.

Honor History, Create History

Dir. Jody Xiong // China

From 26 July to 11 August 2024, Paris, with its city landmarks transformed into venues, hosted the epic Olympic Games. As the official cloud service partner of the Olympics, Alibaba Cloud teamed up with Jody Xiong, the visual effects director for the Opening Ceremony of the Beijing Winter Olympics, to bridge the worlds of sports, art, and technology through film, paying tribute to the century-old Olympic tradition at its closing.

Over the Garden Wall

Dir. Dan Ojari, Mikey Please // United States

Welcome back to the Unknown. Walk through the familiar yet mysterious mist. Feel the gentle wind beckoning through the leaves. Listen closely to the birdsongs and whispered secrets. And join Wirt, Greg and Beatrice in their quest to answer life's biggest question...are we all lost? It's Over the Garden Wall's 10th Anniversary, we're so happy you're here.

Enchanted Forest

Dir. Peter Sluszka // United States, United States

Brisk is back, baby. This iconic campaign has been reawakened with an equally iconic star– the one and only Doja Cat.

Balloonerism

Dir. Samuel Jerome Mason // United States, United States

A music short film companion to Mac Miller's posthumous album "Balloonerism," created in collaboration with his family.

Loading Nouns Gets Down

Dir. Chris Ullens // United Kingdom

The Loading Nouns come to East London for a delirious dance session in this ingenious film mixing 2D animation of cutout paper characters shot in stop-motion in real-life environments captured in timelapse. The result is intoxicating and leaves you wanting to dance!

The Rumor is Born

Dir. Moises Arancibia // Chile

Chile, 1883. In Pirque, a rumour spreads: deep within the dark and shadowy cellars of Viña Concha & Toro, the world’s finest wine is guarded by a fearsome presence… the Devil himself. A whisper becomes history, and history turns into legend.

Wood You Believe It?

Dir. Cadi Catlow // United Kingdom

In Wood You Believe It, Twiggy, a lively red squirrel, and Gregory, a spirited great spotted woodpecker, share fascinating facts about the unsung heroes of nature—trees.

Nike x Nigo

Dir. Gary Levesque // France, Japan, United States

Inspired by the legendary Super Sentai series, Nike & Nigo have partnered to create the Ranger AF3. This short animation showcases the shoe and pays homage to the series.

You’re Not Alone

Dir. Wakana Mishima // Japan

A child is diagnosed with cancer and the parents are devastated. The realisation that "we are not alone" becomes the strength that they need to face this challenge.

Unfolded

Dir. Yves Geleyn // United States, United States

A bright future unfolds in Hornet's new campaign for Chipotle. Within every paper bag is a world of innovation and a steadfast commitment to local and sustainable farming.

Sweet Relief – The Great British Bake Off

Dir. Bonnie Taylor Forsyth // United Kingdom

Step into a whimsical world of Sweet Relief with The Great British Bake Off’s first-ever fully 2D animated campaign. Hosts Noel Fielding and Alison Hammond guide us from stormy skies into a vibrant land of cakes, jammy dodger flowers, and iconic bakes.