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Paula

Dominic-Étienne Simard
2011 | 10 min
Inspired by a real-life news item, this animated short paints a pulsating portrait of a mixed-use, working-class neighbourhood where young families cross paths with prostitutes, their interactions leaving unpredictable ripples in the motley fabric of urban life.

Awards and distinctions

  • Special Award for Music Film/Music – for Music- with a cash prize of PLN 10,000 gross
    Animator International Animation Festival, Poznan
    2013
  • Best Animated Short
    Canadian Screen Awards, Toronto
    2013
  • Berlin-Brandenburg Short Award- Best Film- with a cash prize of € 6000
    International Shortfilm Festival - Interfilm, Berlin
    2012