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Dark Diamond
Pier Ulmann lives from hand-to-mouth in Paris, between construction work and petty theft that he commits on behalf of Rachid, his only “family”. But life catches up with him the day his father is found dead in the street after a long decline. The black sheep of a rich Antwerp family who deals in diamonds, he has left his son nothing, apart from the story of his banishment from the Ulmann family and a thirst for revenge.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future, a young woman named Anya lives in a desolate wasteland, scavenging for resources. When she stumbles upon a mysterious artifact known as the 'Dark Diamond,' she unleashes a powerful energy that attracts dangerous robots. Anya must use her wits and newfound abilities to survive the onslaught and protect the diamond.
Critical Reception
Dark Diamond, a visually striking animated short, garnered praise for its imaginative world-building and dynamic action sequences. While its narrative is concise due to its short runtime, critics lauded its stunning animation and effective storytelling. Audience reception was generally positive, with many appreciating its ambitious scope and high production values.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its high-quality animation and imaginative visual design.
Applauded for its engaging action and compelling futuristic setting.
Noted for its concise yet effective storytelling within a short format.
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Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the Shanghai International Film Festival (2016).
Fun Fact
The short film was created by Goro Fujita, who also worked as a visual development artist on numerous blockbuster films for DreamWorks Animation.
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