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On a chessboard after the battle’s end, a black pawn watches the stage crumble, ravaged by the wars it has been subjected to. In this way, a new opportunity arises for both sides in a game that takes on unforeseen dimensions.

Historically, even the most divided societies can find cohesion in the magic of war, forgetting disputes with their governments and setting aside their frustrations. This stop motion short takes a lyrical approach to the phenomenon of war—which, in this case, transpires on a chessboard.