Location: Cinematheque
Series: Animated Documentary
Flawed (2010, 12 mins), by Andrea Dorfman - Personal musings on self-esteem and a long-distance relationship with a plastic surgeon are punctuated by Andrea Dorfman’s animated illustrations.
McLaren Negatives (2006, 10 mins), by Marie-Josée Saint-Pierre - This intimate, animated documentary about Norman McLaren provides a sensitive and enlightening glimpse into the life and creative imagination of the legendary Canadian animator.
Passages (2008, 25 mins), by Marie-Josée Saint-Pierre - Blurring the line between documentary and drama, Passages is a poignant animated autobiographical film that recounts the expectant couple’s horrific experience dealing with an inadequate medical system.
The SAPPORO PROJECT (2010, 5 mins), by Marie-Josée Saint-Pierre - This poetic homage to acclaimed calligrapher Gazanbou Higuchi utilizes Marie-Josée Saint-Pierre’s signature animation style of to illustrate the craft of Japanese shodo.
Grasshopper (2004, 14 mins), by Bob Sabiston - In this vivid verité documentary, park-bench philosopher AJ Vadehra expounds on astrology and more productive avenues of contemplation.
Snack and Drink (1999, 3 mins), by Bob Sabiston - A familiar trip to the local 7-11 for a big gulp and some candy is rendered in vibrant hues in this animated short.
Fourth Obstruction (Perfect Human: Cartoon) (2003, 5 mins), by Bob Sabiston - A reinterpretation of Jorgen Let’s 1967 short “The Perfect Human” this animated section is the fourth of five remakes in the Lars Von Trier/Jorgen Leth film The Five Obstructions.
Suckerfish (2004, 8 mins), by Lisa Jackson - Sifting through her memories and her mother's letters, director Lisa Jackson constructs a portrait of a mother whose drive to love her daughter triumphed over her demons of addiction and trauma.
The Visit (2009, 4 mins), by Lisa Jackson - A retelling of a true story of a Cree family’s strange encounter one winter night, results in a conversation beyond words.