Animated Documentary Shorts – Edinburgh Film House
It is good to be back in the Filmhouse after the crowdfunded rescue and a beautiful refurbishment. Run by a new charity, Filmhouse (Edinburgh) Ltd, the staff are welcoming, the decor contemporary and warm on this cold winter night. The bus stops right outside and, inside, the bar serves hot food and drink.
Seeing the nineteenth Manipulate Festival, which specialises in animation, puppetry and visual theatre from the plush new seating is a treat. On this night, there were eight animated short films. Other nights included short horror films and a daytime dance workshop for over 14s at Dance Base led by two outstanding Italian improvisational breakdancers. The festival runs from 4th - 10th February.
Within the eight short animated documentaries, you are gripped by the psychological trau...