Stop-motion Animation ‘Wander to Wonder’ Secures Rave Reviews and Awards
– Nina Gantz’s stop-motion short, ‘Wander to Wonder,’ has premiered at the prestigious 2023 Venice Film Festival.
– The film has made a festival run with screenings at the Clermont-Ferrand and Ottawa International Animation Festival.
– ‘Wander to Wonder’ has bagged substantial award wins at Anima Brussels, Cardiff Animation Festival, and SXSW, strengthening its reputation in the field.
– Presently, the short is in the running for even more honors with its latest nomination.
– Nina Gantz reveals insights about the film in an exclusive interview with Skwigly Animation Magazine.
‘Wander to Wonder’ – A Masterstroke in Stop-motion Animation
Audiences ‘Wander’ Over to ‘Wonder’
Keeping with the vibrancy of the 3D animation industry and it’s never-ending progressive leaps takes a little bit of catching-your-breath as you scramble towards the finish line. Notably, in this ceaseless relay race, Nina Gantz’s ‘Wander to Wonder’ seems to show less of a breathless scramble, but more of an animated “power walk”.
This stop-motion sensation is taking a victory lap around the world, bagging awards and stealing hearts faster than a savvy seagull swoops down on unattended chips at the beach. With a string of impressive screenings and wins under its belt, rest assured, this isn’t just another film on the festival circuit. Oh no, ‘Wander to Wonder’ is the bolt of the blue, marching to the beat of its own drum – or should we say, frame?
Joking aside, the captivating charm of Gantz’s work doesn’t escape anyone’s notice. While most are wandering in the vast desert of digital animation, she’s out here setting visionary oases for lost artists to marvel and wonder at the possibilities of stop-motion. It’s no surprise she is raking in the accolades at the speed of light – or should we say, at the speed of “frame-by-frame”?
But beware, folks! This visual feast, clearly not stopping at merely wandering, is stirring and shaking the 3D animation industry. It’s on a charm offensive and making a mark as deep as a crater on the moon. All applause to Nina Gantz, who, like an unstoppable boulder, is rolling her way through the festival circuit. And all of us, dear readers, are just lucky to be a witness to this animated avalanche. May the stop-motion be with her!
In the limelight following its initial launch at the 2023 Venice Film Festival, Nina Gantz‘s compelling stop-motion short film, Wander to Wonder, is gathering well-deserved recognition, including nominations for both an Oscar® and BAFTA after sweeping awards at renowned festivals such as Anima Brussels, Cardiff Animation Festival, and SXSW.
Supported by an enviable roster of film production houses, Nina Gantz’s Wander to Wonder seamlessly weaves a world that tugs at nostalgia and explores the raw reality of existence in the backdrop of a children’s television show. Through the poignant journey of miniature characters Mary, Billybud, and Fumbleton, the film creates an evocative narrative that calls upon elements of humor, horror, and more.
The blend of live-action and stop-motion employed in Wander to Wonder, reflects Nina’s affinity for this distinctive style of storytelling. Heavily influenced by the 80s culture, the film’s depth becomes more tangible with every viewing. In anticipation of the upcoming BAFTA ceremony scheduled for February 16th, we snagged an opportunity to discussion with the director about the narrative and production intricacies of this spectacular film.
Wander to Wonder has a unique approach to exploring nostalgia and the universal theme of grief. Could you shed some light on the original concept behind the film?
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/nina-gantz-wander-to-wonder/