Where Rabbits Come From () is a 2023 animation short film, written and directed by Colin Ludvic Racicot. The film stars Sophie Cadieux and Eric Paulhus.
Production
The film's production was first announced in June 2021.
The original score of the film was composed by Benoît Charest, known for his work on Sylvain Chomet's The Triplets of Belleville. Sylvain Chomet worked as a creative advisor on Where Rabbits Come From.
The film's international premiere was at the Zlín Film Festival on July 4, 2023, and had its Canadian premiere at the Sommets de l'animation de Montréal
Synopsis
In a cold, grey, dystopian world, a widowed father rabbit challenges absolute authority by trying to infuse an ounce of wonder, and a little bit of hope, magic, and possibility into his daughter’s life after the mysterious disappearance of her mother. A story of resilience, love and hope in the face of darkness.
Release
The film was also invited at the Vancouver International Film Festival in the Short Forum section and will be screened in October 2023.
Festival Selections
Foyle Film Festival (Ireland) Durham Region International Film Festival (Canada) Cinemagic Belfast (Ireland) Festival SPASM (Canada) Sharjah Int. Children Film Festival (United Arab Emirates) Lucas Film Festival (Germany) ANIMA, Córdoba Int. Animation Festival (Argentina) Festival International du Film Francophone de Namur – Campus (Belgium) Vancouver International Film Festival(Canada) Animanima Film Festival (Serbia) San Diego International Kids Film Festival (USA) Imaginaria Animation Film Festival (Italy) Fantasia International Film Festival (Canada) Zlín Film Festival (Czech Republic) Sommets du cinéma d'animation (Canada)
Accolades
The film won Best Animation Film Award the Durham Region International Film Festival
The film won the Special Jury Award at the San Diego International Kids' Film Festival
The film also got a special mention at the Imaginaria Film Festival in the Children Competition category.
The film was featured in the TOP 10 short films to watch at the Fantasia International Film Festival on Horreur Québec.