An atmospheric and thought provoking short by Gökalp Gönen in which a ship-bound interstellar traveller discovers why his robot guardian hasn’t permitted him to disembark at a single habitable planet.
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An interesting size and spin comparison of various bodies in our solar system by astronomer Dr James O’Donaghue: from the dwarf planet Ceres to mighty Sol itself.
’We’: a mesmerising abstract short by Rita Louro and Martina Stiftinger featuring various transformative elements that offer “a metaphorical study of interpersonal relationships and social constraints.”
Fair enough.
An immersive, BAFTA nominated short by Kathrin Steinbacher in which – following a joyful dance in the nip which will stay with you for the rest of the day – Grandma Hedi sets off through the Alps, revealing the reason for her attachment to her worn-out hiking boots.
A day full of socially awkward moments (created when the world was still a relatively normal place) by Ukranian animator Nata Metlukh.
An award winning short written and directed by Gilles Cuvelie in which the birdlike Pedro slowly becomes accustomed to his new job at a nature reserve. But is it a nature reserve? And what kind of job is this?
Make of it what you will.
It’s just a video essay from The School Of Life. To wit:
The philosopher Spinoza shows us that our minds possess an under-appreciated ability to adopt a broader perspective, from which our anxieties appear vanishingly small – and eminently manageable.
Previously: You Good?
A short by LA-based animator Victoria (Vewn) Vincent following twin tennis superstars Darcy and Marcy as their contrasting personalities deal with the pressure of competitive sports, family and the end of the world.
German educational design studio Kurzgesagt asks:
What is the largest star in the Universe? And why is it that large? And what ARE stars anyway?
Prepare to be enlightened.
Previously: What Is This? Rivendell For Ants?
