Festival Corti a Ponte 2025 – Winners
WINNER OF PICCOLO FESTIVAL INTERNAZIONALE 2025
GIURIA SENIOR
SPECIAL MENTION OF THE JURY
Irene Tedeschi
A special mention goes to Irene Tedeschi for the quality of all the works in which she acted as a trainer, a quality that highlights her ability to engage children in applying one or more animation techniques to creatively illustrate community-related themes.
SENIOR JURY AWARD – BY 3.7 COMPETITION
In the stars with Miró and Calder
by Class 4B of Vilarinha Primary School
2024 – Portugal – 9:49 min.
Jury Motivation:
An example of how schools and museums can interact effectively. A visit to the Calder and Miró museum is transformed into a vibrant animation of figures and landscapes that play with the stylistic elements of the two artists. The gentle story that emerges carries the freshness, imagination, and poetry that only a child’s perspective can offer.
SENIOR JURY AWARD – BY 8.10 COMPETITION
Weirdies
by Virginia Lubián Egido, Alicia Clemente Lucas
Spain – 4:44 min.
Jury Motivation:
The children in the film stand out for their spontaneity and naturalness, instantly winning the viewer’s sympathy. Small moments of everyday school life become meaningful opportunities to discover the unique “weirdness” that defines each individual, emphasizing the importance of mutual respect. After all, who hasn’t felt “weird” at some point for one reason or another?
SENIOR JURY AWARD – BY 11.13 COMPETITION
The Other Planet
by a Group of 10 Children
2023 – Belgium – 5:47 min.
Jury Motivation:
Created using the découpage technique, this film transports us to a universe full of vibrant colors and imaginative characters. It reflects the emotions and insights of the children who made it, telling a story of resilience and hope. The use of warm and cool colors, along with the variety of shades in each scene, helps create a deeply engaging narrative atmosphere. The final message is clear: life goes on thanks to everyone’s contribution, highlighting the importance of inclusion and collaboration.
SENIOR JURY AWARD – BY 14.18 COMPETITION
Submerged Voice
by Filippo Orsini
2024 – Italy – 2:05 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
Through the skillful use of various animation techniques, this film powerfully condenses the stages of migration across the Mediterranean in search of a better future. It serves as a stark reminder of a daily tragedy that also becomes a metaphor: no one is saved alone.
SPECIAL “20 YEARS” AWARD
You can’t beat the feeling!
by Mohammad Hossein Khodabandelou
2024 – Iran – 7:25 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
Filmed and performed with remarkable professionalism, this work is a brilliant and unsettling parable about consumerism, soft power, and the bleak loneliness hidden behind stereotypical images of happiness, beauty, and youth.
CIAS JURY
CIAS AWARD – BY 3.7 COMPETITION
In the stars with Miró and Calder
by Class 4B of Vilarinha Primary School
2024 – Portugal – 9:49 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
For the choice to create a poetic play with the artwork, while respecting the child’s point of view.
The film reveals a clear ability and intention to involve participants of different ages in a collaborative project.
CIAS AWARD – BY 11.13 COMPETITION
The Other Planet
by a Group of 10 Children
2023 – Belgium – 5:47 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
For its aesthetic quality and its meaningful way of addressing inclusion through the conviviality made possible by food.
CIAS AWARD – BY 14.18 COMPETITION
Hands
by Anton Zollwa
2024 – France – 6:00 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
For the originality in the choice of subject and the creation of a sophisticated narrative structured like a choreography.
CIAS AWARD – BY 3.7 COMPETITION
Cinema out of this world
by Monika Kuczyniecka
2024 – Poland – 3:35 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
For its simplicity in showcasing the active participation of boys and girls in the various stages of the animation process.
CIAS JURY SPECIAL MENTION – BY 11.13 COMPETITION
Navy Blue
by Stefhany Gabrielly, Paulo Conceição
2024 – Brazil – 7:11 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
For its anthropological and sociological portrayal of the social and environmental crisis, seen through the eyes of a young girl who moves through and observes a Brazilian suburb, engaging with its inhabitants.
UNICEF JURY
UNICEF JURY AWARD – BY 3.7 COMPETITION
Anger – Instructions for Use
by Maria Conti Preschool
2024 – Italy – 3:33 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
The children in this video have created an effective, expressive, and creative piece, using animated drawing as a tool to reflect on a complex emotion: ANGER, and the ability to find STRATEGIES to recognize and manage it.
This animation gives voice to Article 12 and Article 13 of the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC):
Article 12
Children have the right to express their views freely in all matters affecting them. Adults should listen to them and take their opinions seriously.
Article 13
Children have the right to share freely what they learn, think, and feel, through speaking, writing, drawing, or any other form.
UNICEF JURY AWARD – BY 8.10 COMPETITION
No one flies alone
by “B. Munari” Primary School, Puegnano del Garda
2024 – Italy – 5:25 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
With simple yet well-crafted animation, the children conveyed a powerful message.
Inspired by birds that migrate in flocks, always staying together and following the guidance of the more experienced, the message is clear: people too should remain united, without differences, in peace, supporting one another in the effort to build a better world.
This serves as encouragement especially for today’s children, who will become the adults of tomorrow.
(Article 6, CRC)
UNICEF JURY AWARD – BY 11.13 COMPETITION
The Thief of Time
by Yu-Chen Tai, Ruei-Ti Lin
2024 – Taiwan – 10:00 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
Originality – reflective thinking – the importance of time for play.
The young artists have successfully addressed and portrayed, with creativity and originality, an abstract yet essential concept: Time.
The dialogue and message emphasize the value of Play Time, which is vital for children’s education and development.
As stated in the Convention on the Rights of the Child, Article 31:
Paragraph 1:
… recognizes the right of the child to rest and leisure, to engage in play and recreational activities appropriate to the age of the child, and to participate freely in cultural and artistic life.
Paragraph 2:
… respects and promotes the right of the child to participate fully in cultural and artistic life and shall encourage the provision of appropriate and equal opportunities for cultural, artistic, recreational and leisure activity.
UNICEF JURY AWARD – BY 14.18 COMPETITION
Nest
by Puranjai Sundar
2024 – India – 7:40 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
This video portrays the conditions—particularly of children—in certain Indian cities, where the rights of children and adolescents are blatantly denied.
Everyday life scenes are depicted with realism, evoking both emotion and reflection.
It is evident that the right to life, survival, and development (Article 6, CRC) is not upheld in these contexts, compromising also the right to healthcare and to live in a safe and healthy environment (Article 24, CRC).
JUNIOR JURY – BY 14.18 COMPETITION
Jury’s Comment:
Both short films, in different ways, speak to us about identity, communication, and belonging. They do so with unique narrative styles, capable of stirring emotions. That’s exactly why we chose to award them—because they made us think, smile, and even feel a little moved.
The jury is composed of:
Clarissa Poncina, Pietro Scortegagna, Alice Marras, Miriam Frosi, Elisa Filippi, Anna Dan, Sabrina Mititelu, Matilde Candotti, Liam, Francesca Menin.
JUNIOR JURY AWARD BY 14.18 – TRUTTERO PRIZE
Belgian Bob
by Vito Passtoors
2024 – Belgium – 7:15 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
Because it offers deep reflection on the theme of integration. Despite the protagonist—an alien boy—doing everything he can to adapt to the customs and traditions of the country where he has landed, he is constantly rejected. When he finally takes on human appearance, he realizes that everyone around him is an alien too.
Trying to “become like everyone else” isn’t enough—it’s hard to feel part of a society that doesn’t value or recognize you.
JUNIOR JURY AWARD BY 14.18 – TRUTTERO PRIZE
Bike Film
by Haley Stemmons
2024 – USA – 5:16 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
The animation tackles the themes of friendship and change with lightness and irony, using a variety of experimental graphic and painterly techniques.
The two main characters embark on a surreal bike journey, accompanied by a special frog.
While maintaining a playful tone, the story touches on deeper issues: risk, trust, and how differing perspectives can lead to misunderstandings or fears.
THE BOX JURY
THE BOX JURY AWARD – BY 11.13 COMPETITION
Trash
by Group Project
2024 – Belgium – 4:27 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
Because it addresses the environmental theme in an original and unconventional way. We were struck by how it made us reflect on the important issue of waste while maintaining a light and fun tone.
It was created using stop motion—a technique we found interesting and distinctive.
We especially liked the imaginary worlds designed for each category of waste: they were creative and well thought out.
Even though the message was serious, the short film communicated it in a clear and accessible way. The ending, in particular, made us smile and felt like a cheerful way to wrap up the story.
THE BOX JURY SPECIAL MENTION – BY 11.13 COMPETITION
Cabanyal S.A.
by Students of the public school “C.E.I.P. Serrería”
2023 – Spain – 4:13 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
It made us reflect on very current issues such as gentrification and overtourism.
It was interesting to see how even these complex topics can be told through powerful and meaningful images.
THE BOX JURY AWARD – BY 14.18 COMPETITION
In other colors
by Sigrid Kemp
2024 – Denmark – 5:25 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
Because the theme is deeply human and relatable, and the short film, with elegance and tenderness, allowed us to empathize with the two protagonists who, in their own way, continue to live after losing each other.
We greatly appreciated the attention to detail—for example, the sharp sound of closing doors symbolizing the end of a relationship, or the use of contrasting color tones to represent a vibrant shared past and a cold present filled only with fond memories.
THE BOX JURY SPECIAL MENTION – BY 14.18 COMPETITION
You can’t beat the feeling!
by Mohammad Hossein Khodabandelou
2024 – Iran – 7:25 min.
Jury’s Motivation:
For its cinematography and the relevance of the theme addressed.
AUDIENCE AWARD
AUDIENCE AWARD – BY 3.7 COMPETITION
Dong click frac yeah. The shapes are having fun
by Class 1B of “Casazza” Primary School, Brescia
2023 – Italy – 4:01 min.
AUDIENCE AWARD – BY 11.13 COMPETITION
Weirdies
by Virginia Lubián Egido, Alicia Clemente Lucas
Spain – 4:44 min.
