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A sweet granny is looking forward to her granddaughter’s visit. But when the little girl arrives, the feeling is not mutual. Before the visit is over, granny must try to create the warm bond with her grandchild she desires so deeply.

Premiere: Openings film KLIK Amsterdam Animation Festival 2017

Prizes & Awards:

KINEKO INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN’S FESTIVAL 2019 – Grand Prix in the International Short Animation Film Category
J.E.F. INTERNATIONAL YOUTH FILM FESTIVAL 2019 – Best Short Film (JEF in the hospital)
SORIA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL 2018 – 2nd Prize for Best Film Audience Award (Students)
ZABUT INTERNATIONAL SHORT-FILM FESTIVAL 2018 – ‘The short film that best represents the values of solidarity and inclusion’
INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL OF ANIMATED FILMS TOFUZI 2018 – ‘The Special Mention’
KLIK AMSTERDAM ANIMATION FESTIVAL 2017 – ‘Emotional Impact’

Quotes:
‘Deceitfully in its so-called simplicity. Wonderful story, great animation.’ Claire van Daal, programmer at Nederlands Film Festival
‘Lighthearted and sweet story with wonderful designed and animated characters.’ Marina Blok, Head of Drama ntr
‘Such a simple idea but so well executed and emotional.’ director Roel Reiné (Marvel’s Inhumans, Black Sails, Michiel de Ruyter)
‘The differences between generations is effectively captured in this animated short that is both heartwarming and heartbreaking.’ actor Vincent van Ommen (Planet Explorers, Skyrim – Stonecrest City’)
‘I love the image and the wisdom.’ actress Willeke van Ammelrooy (Antonia, The Lake House)

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