Statue in the Garden
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A film by Qianhui Yu. Produced by Animate Projects, with the support of Film Hub Midlands as part of the BFI NETWORK, awarding funds from the National Lottery.
Didi moves into an unkempt house in the British city of Stoke-on-Trent. Whilst feeling ill at ease in this unfamiliar environment, she comes across a curious statue in the garden. This enchanting object helps Didi to appreciate the heritage of her new neighbourhood through an unexpected journey back in time.
Awards include: the Arthur Berry Prize at Three Counties Open Art Exhibition 2025; Best Animated Film, Northampton Film Festival 2026. Screenings include: Flatpack Festival 2025; Bolton Film Festival 2025; Bucheon International Animation Festival 2025; Aesthetica Short Film Festival 2025; Cardiff Animation Festival 2026.