Skwigly Screening (18)

Wednesday 11 Nov 2026 - 19:00
HOME - Event Space
Runtime: 60 mins (approx.)

Skwigly Online Animation Magazine is proud to present a selection of standout films from its global animation community, in association with MAF 2026. Skwigly has fast become one of the UK’s leading resources for all things animation, with a community made up of filmmakers the world over. This screening will feature a selection of innovative and exceptional animated shorts, hand-picked by the Skwigly team.

This screening carries the following trigger warnings for content:

Mental Illness, Death and Dying, Blood, Violence, Sex

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

Films in this programme

Unfortunate

Dir. Yilin Lin // China, United Kingdom

On a bright and peaceful morning, a figure suddenly loses a part of its body. After attempting every possible way to restore itself, it finally comes to terms with the unfortunate incident-only to pass it on to someone else.

Trouble in Mind

Dir. Marlyn Spaaij // Netherlands

Lucille, a 14-year-old alligator, finally gets to spend the summer with her estranged father Bill, a blues guitarist. She joins him and his band on tour to help as a roadie and looks forward to spending time with him. She hopes playing the guitar together and learning to play his hit-song: Cold Blooded Woman will help build a better relationship. On stage Bill is charming, but getting close to Bill is not what she expected as she discovers the true meaning behind his music.

MEAT

Dir. Gemma Rigg // United Kingdom

A feral child befriends a stray dog in a lonely post-apocalyptic world, but at what cost?

The Happy Pig Brand

Dir. Léo Bournas Milazzo // United Kingdom

Four young piglets go on a workplace visit with their school, getting a sneak peak into their possible future at ‘The Happy Pig Brand’.

With Tape and Toasts in the Car

Dir. Kiana Naghshineh // Germany

In the face of her body fading into stardust, Shari realizes what truly matters to her.

The History of (Dog) Judo

Dir. Andrew Kelleher // United Kingdom

Roy and Rexley, legendary stars of the original Dog Judo cartoon series, argue over the modernization of judo, contrasting traditional techniques with futuristic ideas involving gaming consoles and other unusual equipment. Neil Adams, the UK's most successful ever judoist, appears as himself to give wise counsel.

Praying Mantis

Dir. Joe Hsieh // Taiwan

A mysterious woman prowls the city at night, drawing men into her web as she explores the dark depths of maternal instincts.