Worlds of Animation 1 (15)

Monday 10 Nov 2025 - 14:25
HOME - Cinema 2
Runtime: 80 mins (approx.)

Dive into a vibrant showcase that celebrates the boundless creativity of contemporary animation! Bringing together a dynamic mix of techniques, storytelling styles, and platforms, this selection offers a panoramic view of animation’s incredible versatility. From cutting-edge innovations to timeless artistry, join us as we highlight the full spectrum of what animation can achieve today.

This screening carries the following trigger warnings for content: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Abortion, Mental Illness, Blood, Violence, Eating disorders, Body Dysmorphia

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

This programme contains flashing lights which may affect viewers who have sensitivities to light.

Films in this programme

The Gnawer of Rocks

Dir. Louise Flaherty // Canada

Two young women out for a walk find themselves trapped in the lair of the Mangittatuarjuk, the Gnawer of Rocks. The young women and their village must use the teachings of the elders to defeat the monster.

Challenges of a Solitary Mind

Dir. Astrid Rothaug // Austria

It's hard to be an introvert; especially when you're pushed to be more, or be different, or be something else entirely. This is the story of an introvert facing challenges when constantly being pushed to be more outgoing.

Sappho

Dir. Rosana Urbes // Brazil

Sappho is inspired both by the process of creating animated films, and by fragments of poems by Sappho (Island of Lesbos, 600 BC), the first female author known to the Western World.

Unlearning Motherhood

Dir. Juliana Erazo Gómez // Netherlands

Unlearning Motherhood is an animated documentary that tells the tearing and empowering stories of women with their unconventional motherhood experiences, through the journey of a fictional main character who is looking for answers about pregnancy.

Window

Dir. Andreas Fobes // Canada

Searching across a landscape, the tiny details of everyday life are revealed in this quiet exploration of everything we do — and don't— notice.

Ostrich

Dir. Marie Kenov // Switzerland

A sparrow is in awe of the ostriches, with their long necks, dazzling eyes and muscular legs. The little bird wants to be just like them.

Luz Diabla

Dir. Gervasio Canda, Paula Boffo, Patricio Plaza // Argentina, Canada

Martín, a young urban raver, becomes entangled in a strange accident on the road while heading to a party. Finding refuge in a mysterious countryside tavern, Martín's paranoia begins to take hold. His perception distorts, unleashing unsettling visions that force him to confront the supernatural forces lurking in the night.