London International Animation Festival 2024

International Competition Programme 2: Playing with Emotion

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This programme explores the full spectrum of human emotions through 9 captivating films that delve into themes of love, hate, jealousy, sensuality, melancholy, anxiety, confusion, fear, and doubt. Each film is powerful and moving, offering profound insights and striking visuals that resonate with contemporary issues.


Independent animation remains a dynamic and evolving art form, showcasing a stunning array of styles, materials, and techniques—from hand-drawn and paint-on-glass to collage, sculpture, cut-outs, puppetry, abstract forms, and innovative CGI. This year’s LIAF highlights the most diverse and exciting developments within this vibrant medium.



After sorting through a huge pile of 2,400 entries, we’ve curated a selection of 83 outstanding new films from 31 countries. These films range from humorous and dramatic to bizarre, subtle, frightening, and autobiographical. What they all share is our belief that they represent the best of the best. These 8 international competition programmes showcase a variety of techniques, genres, and styles. This is your annual glimpse into the vibrant world of international indie animation.


Recommended age 18

A woman who is escaping an abusive situation stumbles and finds herself eye to eye with a hen who is in the same situation.

  • Year
    2023
  • Runtime
    8 minutes
  • Country
    Germany
  • Premiere
    UK Premiere
  • Rating
    18
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  • Filmmaker
    Anna Benner