Send us a textIn today's episode, I interview Loïc Girault and Anna Danton, two of the creators of the film "Coquille," an animated short that follows an adorable little hermit crab looking for safety on the beach. The film was selected as a finalist for the 2024 Student Academy Awards.Listen to hear about how the inspiration for the film in Loïc's childhood, the challenges of creating realistic looking animated sand, and the importance of building relationships no matter what kind of creature we are.Books mentioned in this episode include:Incendies by Wajdi MouawadRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki and Sharon LechterFilms mentioned in this episode include:"Coquille” directed by Loïc Girault, Anna Danton, ETC.Memento directed by Christopher NolanBabylon directed by Damien ChazelleThe Witness directed by Alberto MielgoKubo and the Two Strings directed by Travis KnightLa La Land directed by Damien ChazelleMillennium Actress directed by Satoshi KonBatman directed by Tim BurtonFinding Nemo directed by Lee UnkrichShrek directed by Andrew AdamsonCheck out the film at the following film festivals this fall:Tirana International Film FestivalToronto International Film FestivalHeart of Gold International Short Film FestivalChicago International Film FestivalFollow the film on Instagram @coquille.movie and all of the creators @annaadrw @boldpictures_ @gatien_anim3d @gregoirecallies @lgirault_3d @justine.devys @maudz_art_est_la @chatnapandraw. Also subscribe to the ESMA YouTube channel to see the film when it publishes there later this year.Support the show

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