HINTER-LAND

Animation, Fantasy, Surrealism, Musical, Satire, Sci-Fi (Planetary/Allegorical)

Canada

2023

Runtime, min

Short Synopsis: On a small rotating planet, a musical gardener tends to his sunflowers in harmony with the cosmos. But when he expels his frustrated assistant, the ecosystem spins out of balance. A visual and musical fable of beauty, bitterness, and the roots of renewal. Festival Pitch: With over 20 festival awards, Hinter-Land is a stunning dialogue-free animation that blends philosophical depth with whimsical visuals. Its unique style, cinematic music, and ecological themes make it ideal for animation-focused and thought-provoking festivals alike. Visually distinctive and emotionally rich, it captivates audiences and juries alike. Buyer Pitch: Hinter-Land stands out for its bold originality, musical narrative, and thematic depth. Ideal for curated VOD platforms, artistic broadcasters, and educational institutions, it delivers a unique audiovisual experience in just 13 minutes. Its universal themes and non-verbal storytelling allow for global reach, while its striking visuals encourage repeat viewing and academic interest.

Director:

Christopher Angus

Selections and Awards:

🏆 Bridge Fest, Vancouver •2023 – Winner: Best Animation •2023 – Winner: Best Original Score •2023 – Winner: Best Director (Christopher Angus) •2023 – Winner: Best Sound (Composer) 🏆 Global Shorts, Los Angeles •2023 – Winner: Award of Merit – Animation 🏆 Oniros Film Awards •2022 – Winner: Best Director (Christopher Angus) •2022 – Winner: Honorable Mention – Animation 🏆 Independent Shorts Awards •2023 – Winner: Silver Award – Best Short 🏆 Pinnacle Film Awards •2023 – Winner: Short Award – Best Director (Christopher Angus) 🏆 IndieX Film Festival •2023 – Winner: Outstanding Achievement Award – Animation (Christopher Angus) 🏆 New York Movie Awards •2023 – Winner: Honorable Mention – Animated Film (Christopher Angus) 🏆 Chicago Indie Film Awards •2023 – Winner: Short Award – Best Short (Christopher Angus) 🏆 Berlin International Art Film Festival •2023 – Winner: Honorable Mention – Best Animation (Christopher Angus) 🏆 Paris Film Awards •2023 – Winner: Honorable Mention – Best Animation (Christopher Angus) 🏆 London Movie Awards •2023 – Winner: Honorable Mention – Best Animation (Christopher Angus) 🏆 Toronto Indie Shorts •2023 – Winner: Best Animation (Christopher Angus) 🏆 International Gold Awards •2023 – Winner: Classic Award – Best Music (Christopher Angus) 🏆 Art Film Spirit Awards •2023 – Winner: Best Animation (Christopher Angus) 🏆 LA Independent Film Channel Festival •2024 – Winner: Best Animation (Christopher Angus) 🏆 LA Indies Fest •2023 – Winner: Best Animation – February (Christopher Angus) 🏆 Movie Play International Film Festival •2024 – Winner: Best Animation (Christopher Angus) 🏆 Cannes Arts Film Fest •2023 – Winner: Best Animation (Christopher Angus)

PITCH FILE

REVIEWS:

A creative and imaginative production. Nice attention to detail. The music and narration complemented the story.

PHILIPPA Rae

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