Impossible Figures and Other Stories I


Impossible Figures and Other Stories I is a 2021 Polish and Canadian short film and the third chapter of a trilogy of animated stories written and directed by Polish filmmaker Marta Pajek. The film has been critically acclaimed and featured in several festivals, such as Linoleum Festival, DOK Leipzig and the Paris International Animation Film Festival. The film qualified for the 95th Academy Awards in the eligible films under the category Best Animated Short Film, but was not selected as one of the final five nominees.

Plot

An older woman explores the labyrinthine streets of a deserted city. During the walk, she recalls the memories of her loved ones in a melancholic monologue.

Reception

Since its release, the film has been selected in various festivals and academies around the world:
YearAwardCategoryStatusRef
2021DOK LeipzigGolden Dove Short Animated FilmWon
2021Animateka International Animation Film FestivalGrand PrixWon
2022Paris International Animation Film FestivalBest Artistic ConceptWon
2022Animafest ZagrebSpecial MentionWon
2023Canadian Screen AwardsBest Animated Short