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Statue in the Garden

Statue in the Garden
Statue in the Garden

Synopsis

Didi moves into an unkempt house in the British city of Stoke-on-Trent. Whilst feeling ill at ease in this unfamiliar environment, she comes across a curious statue in the garden. This enchanting object helps Didi to appreciate the heritage of her new neighbourhood through an unexpected journey back in time.
Official Selection London International Animation Festival 2025
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Details

Year
2025
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
7 min 38 sec
Director
Qianhui Yu
Producer
Abigail Addison
Executive Producer
Lauren Parker, Gary Thomas
Screenwriter
Qianhui Yu
Composer
Lucie Treacher
Lead Animator
Qianhui Yu
Animator
Ying Zeng

Genre

Horror Woman Director Drama Fantasy Sci-Fi

Categories

Animation

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Supported by BFI NETWORK

Animate Projects

45 Empress Road
Derby
DE23 6TD

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