Christopher at Sea
2022 American film
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Christopher at Sea is a 2022 animated short film directed by Tom CJ Brown. The 20-minute short is a queer drama about identity and self-discovery[1] and it premiered at the Venice Film Festival,[2] where it received a nomination for the Venice Horizons Award.[3] The film has been featured in a number of international film festivals, receiving accolades such as the Bucheon International Animation Festival,[4] and is now qualified for the 95th Academy Awards in the eligible films under the category Best Animated Short Film.[5]
companies
Miyu Productions
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| Directed by | Tom CJ Brown |
| Written by | Tom CJ Brown |
| Produced by | Amanda Miller, Hanna Stolarski, Emily-Jane Brown, Nick Read, Pierre Boivin, Constance Le Scouarnec |
Production companies | Psyop Miyu Productions |
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Running time | 20 minutes |
| Countries | United States United Kingdom France |
Plot
A young man embarks on a transatlantic journey as a passenger on a cargo ship and discovers deep feelings of solitude, fantasy and obsession.
Reception
Since its release, the film has been selected in various festivals around the world:
| Year | Festivals | Award/Category | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | Venice Film Festival | Venice Horizons Award[6] | Nominated |
| Uppsala International Short Film Festival | Grand Prix - International Competition[7] | Nominated | |
| Bucheon International Animation Festival | Special Distinction Prize[8] | Won | |
| Seminci Film Festival | Punto de Encuentro Award[9] | Nominated |