TEHRAN- Iranian short animations “The Pearl: Let’s Make Peace” by Abdollah Alimorad and “Aquatic” by Shiva Sadeq Asadi will go on screen at the 14th edition of StopTrik International Film Festival in Slovenia and Poland. 

“The Pearl: Let’s Make Peace” tells the story of two neighbors who discover a valuable pearl hidden within a fish they’ve caught. However, their desire to claim the pearl for themselves leads to conflict, resulting in both of them ultimately losing it.

"Aquatic" delves into the narrative of a woman whose unique gift of birthing marine creatures becomes a commodity exploited for commercial gain. As the story unfolds, her extraordinary ability propels her into a perilous world of exploitation and manipulation.

StopTrik IFF, a unique international celebration of worldwide stop motion animation, will take place in Maribor, Slovenia from September 25 to 29 and then will continue in Lodz, Poland from December 5 to 8.

Every year, the cities of Maribor and Lodz transform into alternative capitals of animation, hosting the festival that showcases a premier film program, alongside a variety of inspiring events and innovative professional workshops in stop motion filmmaking. The StopTrik vibe dissolves typical red carpet barriers, allowing audiences, guest filmmakers, and organizers to come together to watch films, discuss animation traditions and trends, collaborate on new projects, and celebrate at the end of the day. This atmosphere fosters a unique relationship between viewers and artists, as the audience takes on the role of jurors who help decide the festival's top awards.

Photo: A scene from Iranian short animation “The Pearl: Let’s Make Peace” by Abdollah Alimorad

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