A celebration of Canadian animation from coast to coast to coast. First-time filmmakers and Canadian masters populate this impressive pack of shorts. These films intentionally break away from traditions and norms to invent a genuine perspective of fresh voices and earnest animation exploration. Feel the electricity of the northern new wave, And you may find yourself… in love with a new animated film!

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With 3 world and 9 provincial premieres spotlighted in this pack we are proud to say Northern animation is undoubtedly on the rise! 

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GIRAF 14 spotlight artist alumni Amanda Stong is back in this 22nd edition of the festival with Haboolm Ksinaalgat (SOUL CATCHER), a 15 minute stopmotion feat about a gender-fluid Ts’msyen youth who learns the supernatural powers of their ancestors under the tutelage of an ancient female shaman.  Local animators Stephanie Quilliams and Tyler Longmire use the animation artform to spend more time with family members no longer in this mortal realm.

 

Emerging filmmakers Mo Ramsay, Daniel Volante, Vanessa Webster, and Christine Llamas represent Canada’s bright - and animated - future.

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Stick around after the screening for a live Q&A with Calgary filmmakers featured in the pack!