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Look out: Beryl's back. With Affairs of the Art, British animator Joanna Quinn recounts another gloriously unhinged chapter in the adventures of Beryl, the comic everywoman she unleashed upon the world with her debut film, Girls' Night Out, which took home three major awards from Annecy in 1987.
In this independent animated short, the eccentric Flower family, from the industrial heartland of England, are obsessed with drawing and art. The story focuses on Beverly, a dad who's a frustrated artist, and his daughter, who is a fan of quirky and bizarre things. When Beverly's father, known for his surreal and unconventional approach to art, is honored at a retrospective, the family gathers, revealing their unique quirks and artistic passions.
Affairs of the Art received critical acclaim, particularly for its unique animation style, quirky humor, and poignant exploration of family dynamics and artistic passion. It resonated with audiences and critics for its originality and bold visual storytelling.
Praised for its distinctive and vibrant animation.
Applauded for its eccentric humor and relatable family portrait.
Noted for its heartfelt exploration of art and creativity.
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Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film.
The film is a return for director Joanna Quinn, whose Oscar-nominated short 'Famous Fred' (1996) also explored themes of art and family.
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I really did like the detailed quality of the active animation in this latest outing for "Beryl". She likes to draw, indeed she's obsessed with it - and alongside the eccentric behaviour of her husband "Ifor" and their son "Colin" we share ...