The Windshield Wiper
2021 American film
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The Windshield Wiper is a 2021 adult animated short film written, produced, and directed by Alberto Mielgo.[1] The film won Best Animated Short Film at the 94th Academy Awards.[2][3]
Directed byAlberto Mielgo
Written byAlberto Mielgo
Produced byAlberto Mielgo
Leo Sánchez
Leo Sánchez
CinematographyJonathan Catalán
| The Windshield Wiper | |
|---|---|
Poster | |
| Directed by | Alberto Mielgo |
| Written by | Alberto Mielgo |
| Produced by | Alberto Mielgo Leo Sánchez |
| Cinematography | Jonathan Catalán |
| Edited by | Alberto Mielgo |
| Music by | Alberto Mielgo |
Production companies | Pastel Productions Leo Sanchez Studio Pinkman TV Many Enterprises |
| Distributed by | The Animation Showcase |
Release date |
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Running time | 14 minutes |
| Countries | United States Spain |
| Languages | English Romanian |
Plot
Release
The film had its premiere during the Cannes Film Festival[6] 2021 at the Directors' Fortnight and release on The Animation Showcase a private industry streaming platform.
Accolades
Since its launch, the film has been selected in various festivals around the world:
| Year | Ceremony | Award/Category | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Cannes Film Festival | Directors' Fortnight[7][8] | Nominated |
| 2021 | Valladolid International Film Festival | Best Short Film[9] | Nominated |
| 2022 | Academy Awards | Best Animated Short Film[10][11][12] | Won |