GLAS Animation, operating as a non-profit organization since 2014, is one of the most significant institutions supporting the development of independent animation in the United States. Its mission is to promote the art and science of animation, provide a platform for creators representing diverse perspectives, and champion artists who push the visual, conceptual, and narrative boundaries of contemporary cinema. The festival is renowned for showcasing emerging talent and for its curated programs highlighting key movements in the history of animation, which continue to inspire new generations of filmmakers.
“Zima” offers a mosaic-like portrait of a small fishing village where humans and animals coexist in a delicate equilibrium of tenderness and cruelty. The film, crafted in the spirit of magical realism, presents an intense, emotionally charged story about solitude, community, and the fragile bonds that connect the inhabitants of this microcosm.
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