After Hours is proud to present a virtual showcase of the animated, live-action and documentary short films nominated for an Oscar at this year’s Academy Awards. Each category will be presented as a separate program, for separate admission. Watch all three and get a discount!

2021 OSCAR NOMINATED SHORT FILMS: ANIMATED SHORTS

Burrow – Madeline Sharafian and Michael Capbarat (USA, 6min): A young rabbit embarks on a journey to dig the burrow of her dreams, despite not having a clue what she’s doing. Rather than reveal to her neighbors her imperfections, she digs herself deeper and deeper into trouble.

Genius Loci – Adrien Mérigeau and Amaury Ovise (France, 16min): One night, Reine, a young loner, sees among the urban chaos a moving oneness that seems alive, like some sort of guide.

If Anything Happens I Love You – Will McCormack and Michael Govier (USA, 12min): An elegy on grief, as parents struggle with the loss of their daughter after a school shooting.

Opera – Erick Oh (USA, 9min): Opera is a massive 8K size animation installation project which portrays our society and history, which is filled with beauty and absurdity.

Yes-People – Gísli Darri Halldórsson and Arnar Gunnarsson (Iceland, 8min): One morning, an eclectic mix of people face the everyday battle — such as work, school and dishwashing. As the day progresses, their relationships are tested and ultimately their capacity to cope.

Shorlisted:

The Snail and the Whale (UK/Germany, 26min)

Kapaemahu (USA, 7min)

To Gerard (USA, 8min)

Rated PG-13; Est. Run Time: 94 min.