Six short films by Julia Orlik, a name well known to Animator audiences. The programme includes, amongst others, the poignant tale of loneliness in the face of death, “Jestem tutaj”; a humorous, self-referential film about the animation-making process, “To nie będzie film festiwalowy”; a clash of different approaches to life despite the same upbringing, “Mój dziwny starszy brat”; and the 2022 Animator Festival promo. Who among you remembers it?
Following the screening, there will be a discussionwith Julia Orlik, hosted by Daria Sienkiewicz.
Julita, a university senior, must create her graduation film. Having already won numerous festival awards for her previous animations, she decides this time to make a film not for accolades, but for her family. What seemed like a simple task quickly goes wrong… A humorous, self-referential animation about the process of making animation, featuring rhymed narration and a healthy dose of self-irony. It’s also a playful self-promotion, showcasing not only the animator’s achievements but also characters from her earlier films, while ultimately becoming a touching story about nurturing family relationships and spending time together.
“I am here!” the protagonist would like to shout, but she cannot even ask for a glass of water. Unable to move due to illness, she is bed-ridden and dependent on others. Yet she hears everything her loved ones say about her condition. The daily life of this elderly woman is captured by a static camera focused on her face. Other characters: her husband, daughter, grandchildren, doctor, and priest, appear only indirectly, represented by legs entering the frame and their voices. A piercing story about loneliness in the face of death, told from the perspective of a dying woman - who never utters a single word.
A wire girl no longer wants to be made of wire, so she sets out on a journey to find a solution to her problem.
The protagonist is a workaholic who dedicates her entire life to her job. She firmly believes it is the only right path, even though it brings her no happiness. Her older brother takes a completely different approach to life and tries to convince her to change. His eccentric behavior often embarrasses her in front of colleagues and disrupts her routine. Eventually, she grows tired of his persistence, leading to frequent arguments and, ultimately, a complete break in their relationship.
The protagonist attends a banquet but struggles to fit in with the surrounding guests. In an attempt not to stand out, he begins to imitate the actions of others.