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Screening: Wonders of Animation
An animated journey through 8 short films of all genres, from the Miyu Distribution catalog (courtesy of Luce Grosjean).
Médiathèque Jean-Pierre Melville (Paris 13th)
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Drama, comedy or documentary, hand-drawn or stop-motion animation, these diverse films bear witness to the richness of the animated short format and the impressive Miyu Distribution catalog. On the program:
• "L'Après-midi de Clémence" by Lénaïg Le Moigne (10min): Clémence and her parents attend a large countryside picnic. Arriving late, Clémence joins the other children already playing away from the adults, but not everything goes as cheerfully as expected.
• "La Grande Arche" by Camille Authouart (12min): With nearly 70 monumental artworks scattered throughout the district, La Défense in Paris is Europe's largest open-air museum. Sitting between the legs of the gigantic Red Spider, I wonder how I could have missed them before.
• "Histoire pour 2 trompettes" by Amandine Meyer (5min): An initiatory and intimate story in which the author delivers, in the form of a fable, the key stages of her development as a woman and artist.
• "Winter in the Rainforest" by Anu-Laura Tuttelberg (9min): Scenes of the dance of life and death in the lush tropical nature as experienced day by day, year after year, by the magical creatures that inhabit the jungle of our dreams.
• "Souvenir souvenir" by Bastien Dubois (15min): For ten years, I claimed I wanted to get my grandfather to talk about the Algerian War. Today, I'm not sure I want to hear what he has to say... or even want to make this film, for that matter.
• "Pachyderme" by Stéphanie Clément (11min): Like every summer, Louise is left with her grandparents for a few days of vacation in the countryside. Between the green grass of the garden, swimming in the lake, and fishing with grandpa, everything seems as sweet as grandma's strawberry pies. Yet this year, it will snow in the middle of summer, and a monster will die.
• "Eeva" by Morten Tšinakov & Lucija Mrzljak (16min): It is raining cats and dogs at the funeral. There are many tears, far too much wine, numerous woodpeckers, and a few dreams to fill the gaps.
• "Aaaah" by Osman Cerfon (5min): "Aaaah!" covers cries of pain, surprise, dread, joy, singing, groans, laughter, and anger. "Aaaah!" is the expression with which children, those primary and innocent beings, experience collective life, well-managed by the whistles of adults.
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Our take on this event
Forget feature-length films and discover the bold creativity packed into these bite-sized animated masterpieces. From poetic stop-motion to striking visual storytelling, this collection explores the depths of the human experience through an experimental lens. Grab a seat and prepare to be moved by these distinct visions brought to life.
The Médiathèque Jean-Pierre Melville in the 13th arrondissement presents a special animation short film screening on Saturday, December 5, 2026. Featuring a curated selection from the Miyu Distribution catalog, this event highlights the creativity of contemporary animated storytelling, ranging from personal narratives to evocative visual pieces. Open to viewers aged 12 and up, the screening is free to attend with no booking required. Located on the second floor, the venue is fully accessible to wheelchair users. Join this cinematic gathering to discover unique short-form works in a relaxed library setting.
Join us on Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 15:00 to 16:30 at the Médiathèque Jean-Pierre Melville for a deep dive into the world of animated cinema. This session showcases a diverse collection of eight short films from Miyu Distribution, featuring various styles including drama, comedy, and documentary animation. The program includes titles such as L'Après-midi de Clémence, La Grande Arche, Histoire pour 2 trompettes, Winter in the Rainforest, Souvenir souvenir, Pachyderme, Eeva, and Aaaah.
This event is designed for audiences aged 12 and over. The screening takes place on the second floor of the library, located at 79 rue Nationale in the 13th arrondissement. The space is wheelchair accessible, ensuring that everyone can comfortably enjoy the program. Admission is free and open to the public, with no prior reservation required. This is a great opportunity to explore artistic animation in a central neighborhood venue.
