The Witch

About This Movie

So, 'The Witch' from 1999 is this intriguing little animated short that surfaced at Annecy. Students from GOBELINS crafted it, and you can tell there's a certain raw energy in the animation. The pacing is quite interesting; it flows in a way that pulls you deeper into its atmosphere. There's a blend of eerie and whimsical elements that just works. The practical effects are charming, showing off the students' creativity without relying too much on polished CGI. Themes of superstition and the unknown are explored, giving it that haunting feel. It doesn't hold your hand, which I appreciate—makes the viewer think. It's a unique piece for anyone into animation history or the evolution of student work.

Animated short filmGOBELINS student projectPresented at Annecy 1999