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Hungu

Nicolas Brault
2008 | 9 min
Under the African sun, a child walks in the desert with his kin. Death is prowling, but a mother's soul resurrected by music will return strength and life to the child when he becomes a man. Inspired by the grace and raw beauty of African rock paintings, Nicolas Brault paints a story without borders, with the humanity and elegance of a universal narrator.

Awards and distinctions

  • Best Animated Short Film- with a cash prize of $1000 USD
    International Film Festival, Cleveland
    2009
  • Honourable Mention for the Future Filmmaker Award
    International Festival of Short Films, Palm Springs
    2008
  • Best Animated Short Jury Award-First Place- with a cash prize of $2000 USD
    International Festival of Short Films, Palm Springs
    2008