Mania

This animated short film explores the internal world of an individual grappling with intense mental turmoil. Through striking visual metaphors and a surreal narrative, it delves into the psychological landscape of someone experiencing a profound crisis. The film captures the overwhelming nature of internal struggles and the search for a way to cope.

Mania is a critically acclaimed animated short, particularly noted for its artistic merit and emotional depth. It has been recognized for its innovative animation techniques and its brave exploration of mental health themes, resonating with audiences and critics alike for its powerful visual storytelling.

• Praised for its unique and disturbing animation style.
• Commended for its powerful and unflinching portrayal of mental distress.
• Recognized as a significant work in experimental animation.

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Won the Grand Prix at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival in 1986.

Jacques Drouin is known for his distinctive use of pinscreen animation, a technique that creates a unique, textured visual effect where light and shadow are manipulated on a screen filled with movable pins.