Computer Animation Festival - Animation Theater

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Date/Time: 06 – 17 December 2021
All presentations are available in the virtual platform on-demand.


Ah les crocodiles...

Abstract: A little girl is released in the universe of a Pop-Up book tale managed by a crocodile who won't hesitate to have a discriminatory behavior against women.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Patrick De Carvalho, Je Regarde, France
Agathe Sénéchal, Pôle 3D, France
Elise Debruyne, Pôle 3D, France
Cérine Raouraoua, Pôle 3D, France
William Defrance, Pôle 3D, France
Agatha Sip, Pôle 3D, France


Avant Card

Abstract: Ernst is figure on a postcard, which is in a card stand with many other motives. While the other cards are eagerly bought, no one is interested in his card and Ernst becomes increasingly discontented. Almost he is also bought - but then he is put back crooked again. This brings his world into imbalance and he falls out. For him a colorful journey full of different styles of representation begins - whether 2D, 3D, Real film and Stop-motion.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Stella Raith, Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg GmbH, Animationsinstitut, Germany


Barking Orders

Abstract: After being bossed around by the royal guard his whole life, the Queen’s corgi’s luck changes when the entire British Royal family dies, leaving the corgi next in line for the throne. He takes charge of England with an iron fist, but when things get over his head, he finds himself panic-stricken, way in over his head with the future of Europe in his hands. When the guard finds him, he is able to talk the corgi down from the ledge but not without some unexpected, devastating consequences.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Alexander Tullo, Ringling College of Art + Design, United States of America


Clair de lune

Abstract: Feeling guilty for having forgotten the book he had promised to his daughter, Tom must be imaginative to tell her a fantastic story and thus not disappoint her.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution, France


Coffin

Abstract: A man comes home and wants to go to bed. A bunch of noisy roommates. A crowded city in southern China.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution, France


Colza

Abstract: A young lizard named Clarence steals a precious plane while the whole village is distracted by the greatest concert it has ever seen.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution, France


Company of Heroes 3 - Cinematic Trailer

Abstract: The full CG trailer is an impression of the events during the occupation of the Italian territory by German troops. Building faithful models of the weapons and vehicles required the use of mapping. To give the viewer a sense of authenticity, we carried out mocap sessions and we used 3D scans of actors' silhouettes and faces to create the proper models. Every single element of the set - costumes, explosion, movement, and each facial expression was designed individually. All materials were prepared by our team. The customer was involved in the works on the script and was responsible for the final sound of the film.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Marcelina Salwin, Platige Image, Poland


Depths of Night

Abstract: Depth of Nights is created by hand-draw brush style in digital 2D animation with some 3D animation and Sand stop motion animation . We would like to create a new and significant visual style. In the storytelling, we use an interesting way to present the dream’s world , the real life world and the daydreaming world. It is really an enormous challenge to plan the transitions of linking up those 3 different worlds together.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
step cheung, stepc, Hong Kong


Experiment

Abstract: When science gets out of hand, the consequences are disastrous.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution, France


La Meute

Abstract: After a harrassing day, Marion, a young woman in her twenties, recounts her story to a policeman, hoping to be unterstood. For her, the responsible one is part of the hounds. For him, she is the one responsible.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Patrick De Carvalho, Je Regarde, France
Louise Cottin-Euziol, Rubika, France
Lou-Anne Abdou, Rubika, France
Antoine Blossier Gacic, Rubika, France
Charline Hedreville, Rubika, France
Agathe Moulin, Rubika, France
Victoria Normand, Rubika, France
Gabriel Saint-Frison, Rubika, France


Le cri

Abstract: A dreadful scream pierces through the silence of a sleepy residence. What happened? The investigation begins.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution, France


Mon ami qui brille dans la nuit

Abstract: A ghost loses their memory after being struck by lightning. They meet Arthur, who tries to help them.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution, France


Mum’s Sweater

Abstract: After her mother’s death, Kim finds solace in wearing her mother’s old sweater. However, the sweater begins to itch and even hurt her, but she still can’t bring herself to take it off.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution, France


Resident Evil - Village

Abstract: The animation provides a cinematic introduction, as well as an ending, to the latest game in the Resident Evil series. The film is a fairy-tale metaphor for the events from the game. The project was entirely created by Platige Image, from the initial concept and script, through character design, graphic design, and all stages of animation, to the final audio layer. The uniqueness of the project required us to adopt an unconventional work style. We did a lot of preparation related to texturing, shaders and lighting to make the final animation look like a paper cut-out with many layers. Also, to get an effect similar to a traditional shadow theater game, we decided to use stop-motion animation instead of the motion capture technique. Add to this unique mâché paper and cut-outs, from which we made the characters and scenography, and we have a dark story, which only seemed to be directed to children. Moreover, all characters in the film are original creations designed by the director and are the fairy-tale alter egos of the characters from of the cult game Resident Evil.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Marcelina Salwin, Platige Image, Poland


SKII - Kasumi Ishikawa ‘VS Pressure

Abstract: The main character of 'VS Pressure' is table tennis star, Kasumi Ishikawa. In a neon-lit futuristic city, plagued by questions, she must fight the most important battle of her career - against her self-doubt and social pressure.The animation is part of an anthology featuring the stories of six exceptional female medalists from various sports.The film is highly stylized and surreal. Producing such images requires improvisation, searching for new forms, and departing from photorealistic assumptions. While cheating the laws of physics in our animated film, we had to be careful not to make it look grotesque. It was a very artistic process based on close collaboration between animators and our director. We did not use Motion Capture Motion Capture techniques. We animated the characters using a "on twos" technique, based on methods known from classical animation. In combination with hand-animated 2D effects such as smoke, streaks, or sparks, we created a coherent, highly stylized image.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Marcelina Salwin, Platige Image, Poland


Shergar

Abstract: A boy, living a fast paced free roaming life with his friends on the streets of Dublin, doesn’t always have good choices to make.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution, France


Trésor

Abstract: Two explorers in search of a forgotten treasure disturb the romance between an octopus and his beloved.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Luce Grosjean, Miyu Distribution, France


YELLOWSTONE 88 - Song of Fire

Abstract: In the summer of 1988 dry lightning sparked a fire in the parched and drought ridden landscape of Yellowstone Park, igniting a blaze that would over months scorch more than 1.5 million perimeter acres of the park. Song of Fire, the narrative poem that guides the animation, tells the story of the conflagration which raged unabated until a snow of such intense severity extinguished the flames. That winter surviving Fauna, exhausted from fire and weakened by hunger, die in greater numbers than those claimed by the fire. The cosmos turns from one season to another and another and life in the park begins anew.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Betsy De Fries, Little Fluffy Clouds LLC, United States of America


Yallah!

Abstract: Beirut, 1982. As Nicolas prepares to flee his hometown, torn apart by an endless civil war, he crosses the path of Naji, a reckless teenager determined to go to the Swimming Pool. Trying to protect the young man, Nicolas finds himself pulled into a surreal race against war, all for the mere freedom of going swimming.

Author(s)/Presenter(s):
Patrick De Carvalho, Je Regarde, France
Nayla Nassar, Rubika, France
Edouard Pitula, Rubika, France
Renaud de Saint Albin, Rubika, France
Cécile Adant, Rubika, France
Anaïs Sassatelli, Rubika, France
Candice Behague, Rubika, France