Animation

When the sun falls from its cradle, a little desert dweller must return it, pitting his determination against its heat.

A hunting expedition takes an unexpected turn.

A flame is looking for friendship, but he might be too hot to handle.

An old man finds out what happens when you go to bed angry.

The effects of trauma can be felt in even the most mundane circumstances.

Over a plate of mangos, a Filipino mother shares her experience working as a nurse.

They say breakfast's the most important meal of the day.

An eviction notice sends a tenant on a downward spiral, as he imagines the challenges he's about to face.

The space between one life and the next.

Tennessee Valley is a place committed to being your helping hand.

This guy can't stop thinking about IT.

Carlos flees to the mountains to find safety from the Argentinian dictatorship forces in 1976.

The process from knowing yourself to accepting yourself can be a long journey and one that loops around and around and around.

The Paper flies away from artist Marja. She tries to tame the Paper by any means necessary, but only understanding the Paper can reveal its true nature.

A pleasant rabbit named Barry and his best friend and pet dog, Melon, embark on a walk to meet a friend for tea. Along the way they learn to appreciate the environment that they call home.

Tired of being talked at by men, a woman takes a sensual trip with unusual friends.

A miller works a camel to grind grain. But one day, the camel falls ill and the miller replaces it with a motor vehicle. This solution seems perfect, but behind the apparent modesty of the characters, everyone realizes the attachment they have for each other.

After she can’t afford to go on her dream holiday, Emily builds a miniature model wonderland of her desired destinations.

Chenghua is 9 years old and has to prepare a presentation on Space with her best friend. She can’t find the time she needs, as her parents are constantly asking her to translate for them. Chenghua’s parents don’t speak French and are so dependent on their child that they don’t realise they’re putting too much weight on her shoulders. Chenghua can’t take it anymore and is looking to break away from her family. Her desire for space and her natural enthusiasm will help her take the plunge.

After a couple of drinks, a girl admits to her best friend that she’s always wanted to know what it feels like to be kissed by a girl. But how will they feel, and has their friendship been altered forever? After the After Party is part of the Words First series of spoken word animations, commissioned to celebrate the finalists of the 2022 BBC Words First talent development scheme.