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2017 | Color | 08:26

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. 

 


Direction: Téllez; Luis
Script: Téllez; Luis
Production: Astorga Riestra; Paula, Coronel; Milko Luis
Photography: Amado; Michel
Sound: Ortega; Lex
Music: Otaola; Alex
Art direction: Téllez; Ricardo, Martínez Alvarado; Omar
Participation year at FICM: 2018

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