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SPARK IN-MOTION 2025
CELEBRATING ANIMATION ACROSS COMMUNITIES
September 21 - December 31, 2025

The journey continues!

Due to its incredible success, SPARK ANIMATION in Motion is expanding its reach across. The growing program is deepening its commitment to share the love of animation across BC, bringing a curated selection of films and engaging talks to communities, fostering a shared love for animation far and wide.

Interested in hosting a screening? Reach out to us at [email protected] to inquire.

SCHEDULE

DAY 25	WEDNESDAY - OCTOBER 15, 2025
10:00 am	SHORT FILMS MADE IN CANADA
DAY 26	THURSDAY - OCTOBER 16, 2025
5:30 pm	SHORT FILMS MADE IN CANADA
DAY 27	FRIDAY - OCTOBER 17, 2025
4:00 pm	SHORT FILMS SPOTLIGHTS ON FRANCE
6:00 pm	SHORT FILMS AFTER DARK
DAY 28	SATURDAY - OCTOBER 18, 2025
2:00 pm	FEATURE FILM MY LIFE IN VERSAILLES
DAY 62	FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 21, 2025
6:00 pm	SHORT FILMS MADE IN CANADA
DAY 63	SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 22, 2025
11:30 am	SHORT FILMS MADE IN CANADA
DAY 68	THURSDAY - NOVEMBER 27, 2025
3:00 pm	SHORT FILMS MADE IN CANADA
DAY 72	MONDAY - DECEMBER 01, 2025
6:30 pm	SHORT FILMS MADE IN CANADA
DAY 81	WEDNESDAY - DECEMBER 10, 2025
6:00 pm	SHORT FILMS MADE IN CANADA

Wednesday

Wednesday - October 15, 10:00 AM
SHORT FILMS
MADE IN CANADA
Classification: NR

Regular: FREE

Immerse yourself in the bold and imaginative world of Canadian filmmaking with this dynamic collection of short films. Ranging from stories about our history to dystopian visions of the future, these films capture Canada’s creative spirit. Get ready for a cinematic journey that will surprise, inspire, and leave you wanting more!

1. After Us
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Wahid Ibn Reza // 5 min
2. What We Leave Behind
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Jean-Sébastien Hamel, Alexandra Myotte // 10 min
3. We're Kinda Different
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Ben Meinardt // 2 min
4. The Gnawer of Rocks
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Louise Flaherty // 14 min
5. King Kong vs. Pinocchio
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Janet Perlman // 3 min
6. Grim&Gran
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Gina Guan // 6 min
7. Cake Competition
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: APPi // 2 min
8. The Girl Who Cried Pearls
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Chris Lavis, Maciek Szczerbowski // 17 min
9. Trailer: 22nd Les Sommets du Cinéma d’Animation
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: Daniel Gies // 1 min
10. Do You Know Where Your Friends Are Right Now?
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Bea Labikova // 4 min
11. Keil Macklound
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Rodrigo Fabri // 3 min
12. Luz Diabla
    2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Gervasio Canda, Paula Boffo, Patricio Plaza // 11 min
13. After the Spread
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Ash K Tysowski // 3 min
14. Destiny
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Martin Bastian // 3 min

VENUE:

UBC · Frederic Wood Theatre 6354 Crescent Rd · Vancouver · BC · V6T 1Z2

‘The Girl Who Cried Pearls’ ©2025 NFB. All Rights Reserved.

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Thursday

Thursday - October 16, 5:30 PM
SHORT FILMS
MADE IN CANADA
Classification: NR

Regular: FREE

Immerse yourself in the bold and imaginative world of Canadian filmmaking with this dynamic collection of short films. Ranging from stories about our history to dystopian visions of the future, these films capture Canada’s creative spirit. Get ready for a cinematic journey that will surprise, inspire, and leave you wanting more!

1. After Us
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Wahid Ibn Reza // 5 min
2. What We Leave Behind
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Jean-Sébastien Hamel, Alexandra Myotte // 10 min
3. We're Kinda Different
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Ben Meinardt // 2 min
4. The Gnawer of Rocks
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Louise Flaherty // 14 min
5. King Kong vs. Pinocchio
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Janet Perlman // 3 min
6. Grim&Gran
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Gina Guan // 6 min
7. Cake Competition
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: APPi // 2 min
8. The Girl Who Cried Pearls
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Chris Lavis, Maciek Szczerbowski // 17 min
9. Trailer: 22nd Les Sommets du Cinéma d’Animation
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: Daniel Gies // 1 min
10. Do You Know Where Your Friends Are Right Now?
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Bea Labikova // 4 min
11. Keil Macklound
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Rodrigo Fabri // 3 min
12. Luz Diabla
    2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Gervasio Canda, Paula Boffo, Patricio Plaza // 11 min
13. After the Spread
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Ash K Tysowski // 3 min
14. Destiny
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Martin Bastian // 3 min

VENUE:

BCIT · Telus Theatre 3700 Willingdon Avenue · Burnaby · BC · V5G 3H2

‘The Girl Who Cried Pearls’ ©2025 NFB. All Rights Reserved.

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Friday

Friday - October 17, 4:00 PM
SHORT FILMS
SPOTLIGHTS ON FRANCE
Classification: PG
Advisory: violence; coarse language

Alliance Française Members: $5
General Public: $8

This Spotlight series celebrates the varied animation talent from France.

1. Filante
   2024 // France // Dir.: Marion Jamault // 9 min
2. Gauze
   2025 // France // Dirs.: Noran Fikri Alezabi, Nicholas Arujah, Xinyue Ma, Yulin Yue, Xiaonan Zhou // 8 min
3. Marseille
   2025 // France // Dirs.: Wassim Bekhtaoui, Léa Beraud, Romeo Costa, Yanis Graça, Bryan Kacioui, Loubna Khider // 7 min
4. To the Woods
   2025 // France // Dir.: Agnès Patron // 15 min
5. The Taste of Heaven
   2024 // France // Dir.: Pierre-Julien Fieux // 3 min
6. The Flowers of Malva
   2025 // France // Dirs.: Anna Lys, Rémy Berlemont, Alice Hamel, Chen-Yun Hu, Ludivine Lebourg, Estelle Martin, Agathe Ribout // 7 min
7. I Found a Box
   2025 // France // Dir.: Éric Montchaud // 10 min
8. Cartagena
   2024 // France // Dirs.: Léa Berbach, Fabien Bernard, Lou Buisson, Paola Couturier, Marine La Villa, Théo Nouare, Marie Pacreau, Abla Saigh // 7 min
9. The Left-Handed Snail
   2025 // France // Dirs.: Matteo Boulard, Clément Nahmias, Louis Velaine, Valentin Decombes, Gabryël Aury, Mathys Mysius // 8 min
10. The Empty Panel
    2025 // France // Dir.: Thibault Chollet // 12 min
11. My Algorithm
    2024 // France // Dirs.: Benjamin Efrati, Balazs Turai // 6 min

VENUE:

Theatre · Alliance Française Vancouver 6161 Cambie Street · Vancouver · BC · V5Z 3B2

‘I Found a Box’ ©2025 Sacrebleu Productions · All rights reserved.

Friday - October 17, 6:00 PM
SHORT FILMS
AFTER DARK
Classification: TBA

UBC Film Society Members: FREE
General Public: $5
(payable on site by cash or credit)

Step into the bold and provocative world of animation with this program dedicated to adult animation that pushes boundaries and defies expectations. Featuring daring storytelling, striking visuals, and mature themes, these films explore the darker, edgier side of animation.

Not for the faint of heart, this collection promises an unforgettable, late-night experience that's as thrilling as it is thought-provoking.

This program is presented in partnership with the UBC Film Society.

Screening is open to the public, but advance tickets are not available for purchase.

1. Jurassic Ward
   2025 // USA // Dir.: Max ‘Amber‘ Bellomio // 2 min
2. Sifu: It Takes a Life
   2024 // Hungary // Dir.: Dave Wilson, László Ruska // 10 min
3. Les Vieux
   2025 // France // Dir.: Axelle Fuset, Boris Boidron, Fanny Ghesquiere, Lucile Brunet, Jérémy La, Lauren Félines, Maëlys Guillemoteau, Manuel Mabayog // 6 min
4. Brown Morning
   2025 // France, Luxembourg // Dir.: Carlo Vogele // 9 min
5. The Nest
   2025 // France // Dir.: Aurélien Coquery, Léa Kermanach, Soline Mauguin, Abel Tixador, Jean Baounon, Romane Selter-Fiette // 7 min
6. Quota
   2024 // Netherlands // Dir.: Job, Joris & Marieke // 3 min
7. Phantasmagoric
   2025 // USA // Dir.: Adam J Fuchs // 2 min
8. Praying for Love
   2025 // Italy // Dir.: Sofia Tonin // 2 min
9. Ducks
   2025 // UK // Dir.: AJ Jefferies // 5 min
10. Candice
    2024 // France // Dir.: Swann Valenza // 3 min
11. Larval
    2025 // UK // Dir.: Alice Bloomfield // 12 min
12. Armored Core: Asset Management
    2025 // Hungary // Dir.: Dave Wilson // 13 min
13. Psychonauts
    2025 // Croatia // Dir.: Niko Radas // 8 min
14. The Fall
    2025 // France // Dir.: Maxime Tevissen, Tom Alcamo, Hugo Hannache, Dylan Cam, Alexandre Velves, Titouan Kervajan, Yaëlle Alberti // 7 min
15. Shimmer
    2024 // Mexico // Dir.: Andrés Palma // 20 min
16. Rushmore
    2024 // France // Dir.: Oriane Azzhiri, Sarah Balanger, Alex Bruneau, Eva-Luna Delmas, Emeline Guidé, Clara Maynard, Tom Perrony, Elie Plisson // 6 min

VENUE:

Normand Bouchard Memorial Theatre · Student Union Building 6138 Student Union Blvd #130 · Vancouver · BC · V6T 1Z1

‘The Fall’ ©2025 École des Nouvelles Images · All rights reserved.

Saturday

Saturday - October 18, 2:00 PM
FEATURE FILM
MY LIFE IN VERSAILLES
2025 // France · Luxembourg // Dir.: Clémence Madeleine-Perdrillat, Nathaniel H'limi // 81 min
Original title: La Vie de Château
Language: French with English subtitles
Classification: PG
Advisory: no advisory
Premiere Status: North American Premiere

Alliance Française Members: $5
General Public: $8

After her parents' passing, eight-year-old Violet goes to live with her uncle, Regis, a gruff maintenance worker at the Palace of Versailles. Despite a rocky start, Violet and Regis learn to live and face life's challenges together. Through complex friendships, first loves, and a Christmas trip to Violet's grandparents, they slowly create a new life rich in discoveries and tender moments in the heart of Versailles.

This program is presented in partnership with the Alliance Française Vancouver.

VENUE:

Theatre · Alliance Française Vancouver 6161 Cambie Street · Vancouver · BC · V5Z 3B2

‘My Life in Versailles’ ©2025 Dandeloo · All rights reserved.

Friday

Friday - November 21, 6:00 PM
SHORT FILMS
MADE IN CANADA
Classification: NR

Regular: FREE

Immerse yourself in the bold and imaginative world of Canadian filmmaking with this dynamic collection of short films. Ranging from stories about our history to dystopian visions of the future, these films capture Canada’s creative spirit. Get ready for a cinematic journey that will surprise, inspire, and leave you wanting more!

1. After Us
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Wahid Ibn Reza // 5 min
2. What We Leave Behind
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Jean-Sébastien Hamel, Alexandra Myotte // 10 min
3. We're Kinda Different
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Ben Meinardt // 2 min
4. The Gnawer of Rocks
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Louise Flaherty // 14 min
5. King Kong vs. Pinocchio
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Janet Perlman // 3 min
6. Grim&Gran
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Gina Guan // 6 min
7. Cake Competition
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: APPi // 2 min
8. The Girl Who Cried Pearls
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Chris Lavis, Maciek Szczerbowski // 17 min
9. Trailer: 22nd Les Sommets du Cinéma d’Animation
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: Daniel Gies // 1 min
10. Do You Know Where Your Friends Are Right Now?
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Bea Labikova // 4 min
11. Keil Macklound
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Rodrigo Fabri // 3 min
12. Luz Diabla
    2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Gervasio Canda, Paula Boffo, Patricio Plaza // 11 min
13. After the Spread
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Ash K Tysowski // 3 min
14. Destiny
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Martin Bastian // 3 min

VENUE:

Centre for Arts and Technology Suite 100, 1632 Dickson Ave · Kelowna · BC · V1Y 7T2

‘The Girl Who Cried Pearls’ ©2025 NFB. All Rights Reserved.

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Saturday

Saturday - November 22, 11:30 AM
SHORT FILMS
MADE IN CANADA
Classification: NR

Regular: FREE

Immerse yourself in the bold and imaginative world of Canadian filmmaking with this dynamic collection of short films. Ranging from stories about our history to dystopian visions of the future, these films capture Canada’s creative spirit. Get ready for a cinematic journey that will surprise, inspire, and leave you wanting more!

1. After Us
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Wahid Ibn Reza // 5 min
2. What We Leave Behind
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Jean-Sébastien Hamel, Alexandra Myotte // 10 min
3. We're Kinda Different
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Ben Meinardt // 2 min
4. The Gnawer of Rocks
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Louise Flaherty // 14 min
5. King Kong vs. Pinocchio
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Janet Perlman // 3 min
6. Grim&Gran
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Gina Guan // 6 min
7. Cake Competition
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: APPi // 2 min
8. The Girl Who Cried Pearls
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Chris Lavis, Maciek Szczerbowski // 17 min
9. Trailer: 22nd Les Sommets du Cinéma d’Animation
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: Daniel Gies // 1 min
10. Do You Know Where Your Friends Are Right Now?
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Bea Labikova // 4 min
11. Keil Macklound
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Rodrigo Fabri // 3 min
12. Luz Diabla
    2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Gervasio Canda, Paula Boffo, Patricio Plaza // 11 min
13. After the Spread
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Ash K Tysowski // 3 min
14. Destiny
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Martin Bastian // 3 min

VENUE:

Cinecenta · University of Victoria 3800 Finnerty Rd B144 · Victoria · BC · V8P 5C2

‘The Girl Who Cried Pearls’ ©2025 NFB. All Rights Reserved.

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Thursday

Thursday - November 27, 3:00 PM
SHORT FILMS
MADE IN CANADA
Classification: NR

Regular: FREE
(registration at the door)

Immerse yourself in the bold and imaginative world of Canadian filmmaking with this dynamic collection of short films. Ranging from stories about our history to dystopian visions of the future, these films capture Canada’s creative spirit. Get ready for a cinematic journey that will surprise, inspire, and leave you wanting more!

1. After Us
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Wahid Ibn Reza // 5 min
2. What We Leave Behind
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Jean-Sébastien Hamel, Alexandra Myotte // 10 min
3. We're Kinda Different
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Ben Meinardt // 2 min
4. The Gnawer of Rocks
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Louise Flaherty // 14 min
5. King Kong vs. Pinocchio
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Janet Perlman // 3 min
6. Grim&Gran
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Gina Guan // 6 min
7. Cake Competition
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: APPi // 2 min
8. The Girl Who Cried Pearls
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Chris Lavis, Maciek Szczerbowski // 17 min
9. Trailer: 22nd Les Sommets du Cinéma d’Animation
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: Daniel Gies // 1 min
10. Do You Know Where Your Friends Are Right Now?
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Bea Labikova // 4 min
11. Keil Macklound
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Rodrigo Fabri // 3 min
12. Luz Diabla
    2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Gervasio Canda, Paula Boffo, Patricio Plaza // 11 min
13. After the Spread
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Ash K Tysowski // 3 min
14. Destiny
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Martin Bastian // 3 min

VENUE:

University of the Fraser Valley 33844 King Road · Abbotsford · BC · V2S 7M8

‘The Girl Who Cried Pearls’ ©2025 NFB. All Rights Reserved.

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Monday

Monday - December 1, 6:30 PM
SHORT FILMS
MADE IN CANADA
Classification: NR

(online registrations open)

Immerse yourself in the bold and imaginative world of Canadian filmmaking with this dynamic collection of short films. Ranging from stories about our history to dystopian visions of the future, these films capture Canada’s creative spirit. Get ready for a cinematic journey that will surprise, inspire, and leave you wanting more!

1. After Us
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Wahid Ibn Reza // 5 min
2. What We Leave Behind
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Jean-Sébastien Hamel, Alexandra Myotte // 10 min
3. We're Kinda Different
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Ben Meinardt // 2 min
4. The Gnawer of Rocks
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Louise Flaherty // 14 min
5. King Kong vs. Pinocchio
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Janet Perlman // 3 min
6. Grim&Gran
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Gina Guan // 6 min
7. Cake Competition
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: APPi // 2 min
8. The Girl Who Cried Pearls
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Chris Lavis, Maciek Szczerbowski // 17 min
9. Trailer: 22nd Les Sommets du Cinéma d’Animation
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: Daniel Gies // 1 min
10. Do You Know Where Your Friends Are Right Now?
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Bea Labikova // 4 min
11. Keil Macklound
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Rodrigo Fabri // 3 min
12. Luz Diabla
    2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Gervasio Canda, Paula Boffo, Patricio Plaza // 11 min
13. After the Spread
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Ash K Tysowski // 3 min
14. Destiny
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Martin Bastian // 3 min

VENUE:

Centre for Digital Media 685 Great Northern Way · Vancouver · BC · V5T 0C6

‘The Girl Who Cried Pearls’ ©2025 NFB. All Rights Reserved.

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Wednesday

Wednesday - December 10, 6:00 PM
SHORT FILMS
MADE IN CANADA
Classification: NR

Regular: FREE
(registration at the door)

Immerse yourself in the bold and imaginative world of Canadian filmmaking with this dynamic collection of short films. Ranging from stories about our history to dystopian visions of the future, these films capture Canada’s creative spirit. Get ready for a cinematic journey that will surprise, inspire, and leave you wanting more!

1. After Us
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Wahid Ibn Reza // 5 min
2. What We Leave Behind
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Jean-Sébastien Hamel, Alexandra Myotte // 10 min
3. We're Kinda Different
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Ben Meinardt // 2 min
4. The Gnawer of Rocks
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Louise Flaherty // 14 min
5. King Kong vs. Pinocchio
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Janet Perlman // 3 min
6. Grim&Gran
   2025 // Canada // Dir.: Gina Guan // 6 min
7. Cake Competition
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: APPi // 2 min
8. The Girl Who Cried Pearls
   2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Chris Lavis, Maciek Szczerbowski // 17 min
9. Trailer: 22nd Les Sommets du Cinéma d’Animation
   2024 // Canada // Dir.: Daniel Gies // 1 min
10. Do You Know Where Your Friends Are Right Now?
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Bea Labikova // 4 min
11. Keil Macklound
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Rodrigo Fabri // 3 min
12. Luz Diabla
    2025 // Canada // Dirs.: Gervasio Canda, Paula Boffo, Patricio Plaza // 11 min
13. After the Spread
    2024 // Canada // Dir.: Ash K Tysowski // 3 min
14. Destiny
    2025 // Canada // Dir.: Martin Bastian // 3 min

VENUE:

SFU TBA · Surrey · BC

‘The Girl Who Cried Pearls’ ©2025 NFB. All Rights Reserved.

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