Zwermen (Murmuration)
12 min
Released 2025
Story
Piet, an elderly man in a care home, gets restricted in his actions when he realizes he is suddenly turning into a bird. Even though he is still accepted within the group, Piet feels it is time to join a new swarm.
Award for Best First Film 2025 - Annecy International Animation Festival
Best Animation Short Film 2025 - Melbourne International Film Festival
Script and Direction
Janneke Swinkels en Tim Frijsinger
Production
Spotted Bird, Beast Animation and Murmur Animation
Distribution
Miyu Distribution
Supported by The Netherlands Film Fund, The Flanders Audiovisual Fund (VAF),The Creative Industries Fund, The Belgian Tax Shelter for Film Financing, The Limburg Film Fund, The Brand Culture Fund