All events are free and open to the public
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Free parking on Vaughn Center lot and Thomas Garage
Opening Film: FLOW
Friday, February 14th, 7:00PM
The world seems to be coming to an end, teeming with the vestiges of a human presence. Cat is a solitary animal, but as its home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species, and will have to team up with them despite their differences. In the lonesome boat sailing through mystical overflowed landscapes, they navigate the challenges and dangers of adapting to this new world.
IMDB https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4772188/
SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater
Saturday, February 15th, 2:00PM
Tampa Premiere: The Electronic Theater, a qualifier for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, is widely recognized for its groundbreaking contributions from artists, researchers, and innovators around the world. Expand upon the democratization of creativity and spotlight the ingenuity of diverse creators in this prestigious animation showcase.
It is an honor for us to present the most diverse showcase of the best animations worldwide. DO NOT MISS IT!
SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater Awards
Best in Show
“The Art of Weightlessness” (Moshe Mahler), recipient of the SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater Best in Show Award.
The Art of Weightlessness
The Art of Weightlessness is an animated short film documentary that chronicles the evolution of Artist and Performer, Bill Shannon. Born with a degenerative hip condition, Bill developed new ways to express himself through dance and skateboarding on crutches.
Best Student Project
“After Grandpa” (Juliette Michel, Swann Valenza, Florian Gomes Freitas, Axel Sence, and Victoria Leviaux), recipient of the SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater Best Student Project Award.
About After Grandpa
Haunted by the terrifying ghost of his Grandpa, Loup, a little boy obsessed with insects, will have to overcome his fear to discover why it came back.
Jury’s Choice
“Patterns” (Alex Glawion), recipient of the SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater Jury’s Choice Award!
About Patterns
Struck by a barrage of intrusive encounters on his weekly commute, a perceptive traveler struggles to uphold the positive mindset that wards against the ever-lurking grayness.
Audience Choice
“LUKI & the Lights” (Toby Cochran), recipient of the SIGGRAPH 2024 Electronic Theater Audience Choice Award!
About LUKI & the Lights
LUKi, a charming and upbeat robot known for living life to the fullest, is diagnosed with the life-altering disease ALS. He must choose how to face life going forward.