<h3>A gorgeous, evocative and memorable collection of animated tales for adults.</h3>

Lu and Wei are two young girls living in a village nestled on the banks of a river that bears many tragic stories in this surreal and stunning exploration of China's one-child policy.

Step Into the River

Step Into the River received the Best Animated Short Award

One night, Seolgi is lying on a grass field with friends. A shooting star falls, and dark and intrusive thoughts hit her. Her melancholy blooms into bright and colorful “flower people,” dancing around wishing for a meteorite to end the world.

Misery Loves Company

Misery Loves Company received the Special Mention for the Best Student Animated Short Award

Aboard a late-night commuter bus, a stolen necklace sets off a macabre chain of events involving a jealous husband and a vengeful monkey.

Night Bus

Night Bus received the Best Midnight Short Award

Amid the debris of a perilous landfill, hopeful creatures yearn for an amorous connection.

Love Is Just a Death Away

Love Is Just a Death Away received the Best Student Animated Short Award and the Audience Award for Best Animated Short

At the time of the attack of the Mongols, a young musician and the love of his life were separated from each other. Fifty years later, the musician is summoned to perform at the castle of the Mongols where his beloved is being held.

Navozande, the Musician

Navozande, the Musician received the Special Mention for the Best Animated Short Award

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