“Making a movie is like building a watch because a watch is so small and you only can fit so many things inside it that all the pieces really do need to work together.”
– William Eubank
The below are some of the finest animated shortfilms available on youtube. A lot of effort has been sweat in to make what you see, so we recommend you to do give a watch and share it to your family & friends.
Note: In case of any recommendations or edits on this page, don't hesitate to write to us to filmyinsights.blog@gmail.com
Recommendation #15 – The Alchemist”s Letter
“The Alchemist”s Letter” – A Film written and directed by the talented Carlos Andre Stevensby ILLOGIC & Group
When Veridian, an estranged young man, receives his late alchemist father Nicolas’ inheritance, he is exposed to the ill-fated reality that his father built a tumultuous gold making machine powered by his own memories. The film takes us on an enchanted journey through the vessels of the machine where we explore the contents of the alchemist’s most precious memories, all in an attempt to give his son one last life lesson and save him from following down the same fateful path. Watch it now!
Recommendation #14 – Garden Party
“Garden Party” – A Film by ILLOGIC & Group
Garden Party is an Oscar-nominated short film animation that depicts a dark mystery slowly unraveling via the perspective of exotic frogs having a grand time in an opulent, but empty mansion. Don’t miss.
Recommendation #13 – Alike
“Alike” – An animated short film by Daniel Martínez Lara & Rafa Cano Méndez
In a busy life,Copi is a father who tries to teach the right way to his son,Paste. But… what is the correct path? Check out to find out.
Recommendation #12 – The Last Bastion
“”The Last Bastion” – A Film presented to you by PlayOverwatch
“The Last Bastion” follows the forgotten battle automaton, Bastion, as it unexpectedly reactivates after laying dormant in the wilderness for over a decade. Fascinated by its unfamiliar surroundings, the curious omnic begins to investigate, but quickly discovers its core combat programming may have a different directive… Can’t miss such a masterpiece
Recommendation #11 – Lost & Found
“Lost & Found” – A shortfilm directed by Andrew Goldsmith & Bradley Slabe
Lost & Found is a stop motion short film that tugs at the heartstrings. A knitted toy dinosaur must completely unravel itself to save the love of its life. Will he save her at the cost of his life? Don’t delay, watch it now.
Recommendation #10 – Jubilee
“Jubilee” – A film presented to you by Coralie Soudet, Charlotte Piogé, Marie El Kadiri, Marion Duvert & Agathe Marmion
After a sudden burst of wind in Buckingham Palace, the Queen’s hat gets carried away around London. Fortunately, a trustworthy guard and a playful corgi run after it! Will they be able to return it? Check it now!!!
Recommendation #9 – Negative Space
“Negative Space” – A Film by Tiny Inventions (Ru Kuwahata & Max Porter)
Negative Space is an Oscar-nominated short film animation that depicts a father-and-son relationship through the art of packing a suitcase. It has depth in its every scene and every dialogue. Don’t miss out on such a masterpiece.
Recommendation #8 – Watermelon, A Cautionary Tale
“Watermelon A Cautionary Tale” a film by Kefei Li & Connie Qin He
Ever wondered, what if we mistakenly eat the seeds of the fruits and the tree start growing inside us? Check out!!! It seems someone has encountered this unseen destiny.
Recommendation #7 – Purl
“Purl” – An animation directed by Kristen Lester and produced by Gillian Libbert-Duncan
This film features an earnest ball of yarn named Purl who gets a job in a fast-paced, high energy, bro-tastic start-up. Yarny hijinks ensue as she tries to fit in, but how far is she willing to go to get the acceptance she yearns for, and in the end, is it worth it? Watch it now!!!
Recommendation #6 – Hair Love
Hair Love, an 2020 Oscar®-winning animated short film from Matthew A. Cherry
It tells the heartfelt story of an African American father learning to do his daughter’s hair for the first time. Watch it now to realize the thin line between inner and outer beauty.
Recommendation #5 – Pip
“Pip” – An animated film brought to you by Southeastern Guide Dogs
Omg! A school for dogs. They have exams too. Is our hero good enough to succeed? Watch “Pip” to understand the importance of practical learning over classroom one.
Recommendation #4 – Destiny
Destiny is a short movie directed by Manuel Alligné, Sandrine Wurster and Victor Debatisse during their studies in the french school “Bellecour Ecole”.
Did you anytime fantasize about being in a time loop? If yes, don’t forget, it can be bitter too. Watch Destiny now to experience the flavor of perfection and madness.
Recommendation #3 – Snack Attack
“Snack Attack” – A shortfilm directed by Eduardo Verastegui
“Snack Attack” is a well written and excecuted stroyline. Can you imagine yourself in a great struggle for just a pack of cookies? Watch it now, to know how it ends for the oldlady.
Recommendation #2 – The Present
“The Present” is a thesis short from the Institute of Animation, Visual Effects and Digital Postproduction at the Filmakademie Baden-Wuerttemberg in Ludwigsburg, Germany.
“The Present” revolves around a present received by a teenager just like you and me but there is a difference here. Watch out to get emotionally melted.
Recommendation #1 – Coin Operated
This film was proudly made by independent artists.
“Coin Operated” is an award-winning 5 minute animated short film that spans 70 years in the life of one naive explorer. Watch it now to experience the true essence of innocence.
FilmyInsights 