From Far Away
This short animation tells the story of Saoussan, a young girl struggling to adjust to life in Canada after being uprooted from her wartorn homeland. She has come to seek a quieter and safer life, although memories of war and death linger, memories that are awakened when the children at her new school prepare for a scary Halloween. From Far Away speaks to the power within us all to adapt like Saoussan and to welcome a newcomer.
Part of the Talespinners collection, which uses vibrant animation to bring popular children’s stories from a wide range of cultural communities to the screen.
Part of the Talespinners collection, which uses vibrant animation to bring popular children’s stories from a wide range of cultural communities to the screen.
Prix et distinctions
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Mention spéciale du jury pour l'excellende de la réalisation et de l'écritureAlliance for Children and Television Awards of Excellence, Toronto2003
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Mention spécialeFestival de Cine Infantil, Mar del Plata2001
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Mention d'honneur - catégorie: Enfants et jeunesFestival international du film et de la vidéo, Columbus2001
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Gerbe d'Or - catégorie: Meilleur production pour enfantsGolden Sheaf Awards / Festival du court métrage et de la vidéo, Yorkton2001
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Prix Dick and Ada Bird - meilleur court métrage d'animation - assorti d'une bourse de 200$Flicks International Children Film Festival, Saskatoon2001