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In a matter of minutes, a documentary short film can convey the complexities of a lived reality. With the use of animation, this form can take on further depth not just by poetically exploring the facts but also by evoking feelings. As such, they don’t often offer neat solutions, but aim to bring awareness and further dialogue by shedding light on perspectives perhaps not familiar to the viewer. In this selection of shorts, each film employs different approaches to storytelling. They demonstrate innovations in the craft of animation and show how impact on an audience can be the first step to catalyzing change in the real world. Don’t let their runtimes fool you. Following the screening, a conversation will take place with Co-Founder & President of BRON Media Corporation Brenda Gilbert, and Academy Award-nominated producer Jinko Gotoh. Please check academymuseum.org for the full listing of films in this program. Please note, this program contains subject matter some viewers may find upsetting. Programmed and notes by Kiva Reardon, with thanks to Jinko Gotoh, Brenda Gilbert, and Jason Anderson
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