Academy Award-Winning Animated Short ‘War Is Over!’ Now available to View Online
London, UK - February 29, 2024 – The critically acclaimed animated short film, War Is Over!, directed by Dave Mullins, is now accessible to audiences worldwide via online platforms. The film, which recently secured the academy Award for Best Animated Short Film at the 96th Academy Awards on march 10, 2024, offers a poignant and visually stunning exploration of the aftermath of conflict.
War Is Over! distinguishes itself through its unique blend of hand-drawn and digital animation, delivering a powerful anti-war message. The short centers on two soldiers-one from each side of a brutal conflict-who find themselves unexpectedly bound together by a shared, whimsical task in the desolate landscape of a post-war world. Its availability online expands access to a film resonating with current global events and offering a timely reflection on the human cost of war. The film’s success at the Academy Awards underscores the growing recognition of short-form animation as a meaningful artistic medium capable of tackling complex themes.
Produced by Peter Bloom at Giant Ant Studio, War Is Over! premiered at the 2023 Ottawa International Animation Festival, quickly garnering accolades for its artistry and emotional depth. The film’s online release allows a broader audience to experience the narrative, which eschews dialog in favor of expressive animation and a compelling musical score. Skwigly, an animation-focused online publication, first reported on the film’s availability, noting it is indeed not part of a customary newsletter sign-up but a direct means for readers to receive updates on Skwigly’s latest content.
Viewers can access War Is Over! through various online platforms, including YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wJgG-W-W-wU. The film’s release is expected to further amplify its message and contribute to ongoing conversations surrounding peace and reconciliation.
