Sunday April 29, 12:00 pm
90 min
SIFF Uptown 1
511 Queen Anne Avenue North
A dynamic assembly created through computer-generated, hand-drawn, clay, stop-motion and alternative animation.
May contain content not recommended for children under 13.
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Dylan Young – Age 19
Australia
Into a gray city filled with people of monotonous lifestyles, hope enters and turns into an obsession for one of the city’s inhabitants. He eventually gives up his job and home in order to follow his obsession to reach greener pastures.
Legando
Kris Theorin – Age 14
Kurtis Theorin – Age 18
Pennsylvania
This animated film follows the adventures of Legando and his efforts to help a persecuted family overcome an evil wealthy businessman. A spoof based on the old Zorro films.
The Boy and The Tree
Jimmy Zhang – Age 22
Washington
A boy finds a piece of home in a new land.
The Presence in the Absence
Michelle Williamson – Age 20
Perth, Australia
A story of a grieving old man, drowning in the sudden absence of his beloved wife. Day by day he faces the deafening silence and emptiness that is left behind. Holding on to sentiments and precious memories, he begins filling the empty spaces in his life with anything and everything he can.
Titan
Ricardo Espinoza – Age 17
Texas
A short film dedicated to and inspired by an unforgettable stray pit bull-mix named Titan.
The Isle of Chawumpum (Part 2)
Cody Hendrickson – Age 18
Washington
In Part 2 of the Chawumpum trilogy, Billy and Jesse have been separated on different parts of the island. As Billy chases the pirate that holds the clue to continue their treasure hunt, Jesse must face a new and dangerous obstacle…the Dragon Dodo.
The Mistake
Clark Weldon – Age 17
Oregon
When some mercenaries try to eliminate their target, they get more than they bargained for.
Sintel
Colin Levy – Age 22
Netherlands
In a medieval fantasy world, a plucky orphan girl finds a companion in an injured baby dragon. When her new friend is ruthlessly taken away, she embarks on an arduous quest to confront its abductor. But not everything goes according to plan.