Japanese Lanterns

ME

May 2024 •English

A musical odyssey about trauma and the retreat of humanity into itself.

Women's Letters

May 2014 •French

On the front lines of the Great War, nurse Simon repairs the broken faces of the soldiers every day with love letters, words from women that have the power to heal the wounds of these paper soldiers. Simon himself seems impervious to holes, uncreasable, untearable in his white coat. His secret is his war godmother, who occupies all his thoughts whenever he has a moment to breathe. But when death strikes where it is least expected, can words written on paper still erase the pain?

Nicholas Was

December 2010 •English

This dark tale tells the story of what really happens every year when Santa visits the world. Based on a poem by Neil Gaiman.

Ascension

September 2013 •English

In beginning of the 20th century, two climbers carry a statue of the Virgin to the top of a mountain.

Cúilín Dualach

October 2004 •Irish

Cúilín Dualach lives in a small town in the west of Ireland. He is the apple of his mother’s eye, yet his father shows him little affection. Everywhere he goes, people stare at him. Cúilín strives to fit in as best he can but that can be a difficult thing to do when your head is on backwards!

A Terrible Vengeance

January 1988 •Ukrainian

About friendship, betrayal and hidden resentments that have befallen the protagonists during their stay in the royal army. For instance, one employee, Ivan, was bestowed a very high reward for bravery. But not everyone had it to their liking. Soon Petro, his sworn brother, took all the money from Ivan having contributed to Ivan’s falling into the precipice. Petro has now become rich, but this is only the beginning of his story. Based on Gogol's short story "Terrible Vengeance".

Super Turbo Atomic Ninja Rabbit

June 2015 •English

The memory cheats - do you recall watching Super Turbo Atomic Ninja Rabbit during the 1980s/1990s? This hoax title sequence plays on childhood recollections.

Mind Candy

November 2015 •English

This short was released as an extra in the Blu-ray release of Disney Pixar's INSIDE OUT. It's a zany collection clips of the emotions and how they interact.

Tink'n About Animals

January 2015 •English

When Fawn mentions to Tinker Bell, Rosetta, Iridessa, Silvermist and Vidia that a group of crocodiles is called a float, Tinker Bell asks Fawn to share more knowledge of animal groups. So, Fawn promptly pulls out her Animal Group Songbook. This short from the extras of the Blu-ray of "Tinker Bell and the Legend of the NeverBeat" features the song "Fawn's Animal Group Song."

The Gigantic Carrot

February 2014 •French

A mouse is chased by a cat who is pursued by a dog that is pursued by a little girl who is put right by her mommy who has enough with the grumbling grandpa who makes his soup and needs a carrot.

The Little Hedgehog

June 2014 •French

A little hedgehog finds a magnificent apple in the woods. He rolls it behind a rock where he can enjoy it at his leisure. But there are some uninvited guests at the feast.

The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything

January 2011 •English

"The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything" is based on a Halloween children's book about how a brave old lady meets a spooky set of clothes that follow her home.

Mom, What’s Up With the Dog?

May 2022 •French

Gwen is 11 years old. As she experiences her first excitements, she catches her dog laughing.

The Honky Problem

December 1991 •English

A Texas honky tonk concert reveals a major problem.

Mufaro's Beautiful Daughters: An African Tale

January 1989 •English

Mufaro's daughters are tested unknowingly to reveal which one is worthy enough to marry the king in this award-winning production, lush with Steptoe's magnificent paintings and a rich musical score.

Bunnicula, the Vampire Rabbit

January 1982 •English

When strange accidents happen at the factory where Mr. Monroe works, and vegetables are drained of their juices, the neighbors as well as Harold the dog and Chester the cat suspect that the new-found family bunny is really a vampire.

Replay

January 2007 •French

In a desert world where oxygen is running out, man is forced to live underground. Lana, resourceful young woman, takes care of her young brother Théo. But one day, he disobeys her.

Waseteg

January 2010 •English

The story of a young Mi'kmaq girl whose name means "the light from the dawn."

Apocalypse YASSS: Two Girls, One Rapture

May 2025 •English

The Present

March 2013 •Chinese

A married man on a business trip checks into a hotel. The hotel manager’s daughter falls for him at first sight. Rejected by the man, she embarks on a journey of revenge...