Kiss the Moon

A Naughty Kitten

October 1953 •Russian

A naughty kitten runs away from home to take part in a dangerous forest adventure. A special "fluffy effect" was developed for this cartoon to make animals look more lively.

How to Become a Grown-Up

October 1967 •Russian

A little slacker doesn't appreciate his childhood and wants to face with adult problems as quickly as possible.

What a Tiger!

October 1963 •Russian

Story about a little kitten who wanted to be a tiger.

Nocturne

May 2017 •German

At night the forest creatures gather to gamble, putting their innermost valuables at stake.

Aquarela do Brasil

August 1942 •English

José Carioca, showing Donald Duck around South America and introducing him to the samba

Thursday

October 2010 •English

In the future, technology may change, but the patterns and routines of daily life stay constant, until we disrupt them. A short animation by Matthias Hoegg.

Tale of Tales

January 1979 •Russian

Distant, well-worn memories of childhood are inhabited by a little gray wolf. Through astonishing imagery, the memory of all of Russia is depicted.

More

September 1998 •English

A factory worker in a dark, gray world assembles devices that promise happiness. In his spare time he tinkers to create something better, and finally succeeds in perfecting his invention, which allows people to see life through rose-colored glasses, but he has to pay a price for his success.

Hedgehog in the Fog

October 1975 •Russian

A little hedgehog, on the way to visit his friend the bear, gets lost in thick fog, where horses, dogs and even falling leaves take on a terrifying new aspect...

Michelangelo

January 1976 •English

Animated short film of Michelangelo set to Beethoven Symphony No. 5 - I. Allegro con brio.

The Outsider

October 2023 •English

Machinima-adaptation of Albert Camus book "L'étranger", done in Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas.

Garden Party

January 2017 •French

In a deserted rich house, a couple of amphibians explore their surroundings and follow their primal instincts.

Spinning

March 2013 •English

Guido discovers he has a hidden talent as a street corner sign spinner.

Bugged

March 2013 •English

Red's peaceful morning routine is interrupted by a pesky visitor.

Leon in Wintertime

February 2008 •French

One winter, a ravenous ogre terrorizes the land of King Balthasar. Meanwhile, a blizzard is brewing in Léon’s heart. Braving the cold, this adopted bear cub runs away from home. Léon has many an adventure during his travels. He befriends a hedgehog and an elephant, confronts an ogre, and sets Princess Molly Gingerbread free. His courage and integrity eventually lead him back to his family. In the end, the cub earns everybody’s respect.

Harlem Nocturne

January 1979 •French

A French animated short film delves into a family living in Harlem's black ghetto, where a girl faces the choice between freedom and death. Features music by Johnny Otis.

Cream

February 2017 •English

The film takes place in a doctor's waiting room where soothing music and the opportunity to enjoy an ice cream brings about an alleviating atmosphere. What could possibly go wrong in a healthcare institution where help is nearby? The cold and ugly sides of human nature reveal themselves as the narrative touches on the cycle of birth and death and the absurdity of life. Let's hope the doctor can help!

Birdsong

April 2022 •English

Based on late field biologist John Sincock's experiences in Kauai.

Running Lights

March 2017 •Lithuanian

This is a story about the eternal miracle of life and death. The unfortunate death of a wild hare turns into a remarkable experience for children who find his body and bury it in a sand box. Now buried, the hare’s life fades away and dozens of magical creatures that lived inside him leave his body in search for a new home. The hare’s life ends by merging with nature, but is reborn in the plants and animals around it. This fairy-tale for children encourages us to think about what death is.

Le dos au mur

May 2001 •French