Ex-ET is a 3D animated short film created by students from ESMA

Ex-ET is a 3D animated short film created by students from ESMA (École Supérieure des Métiers Artistiques) in 2008. Directed by Benoit Bargeton, Rémy Froment, Nicolas Gracia, and Yannick Lasfas, the film offers a satirical look at conformity and individuality through the lens of science fiction.

🌌 Plot Overview
Set on a distant planet where order and uniformity are paramount, the story follows a young alien whose playful and deviant behavior disrupts the societal norms. After a medical intervention, the child is administered a pill to "normalize" his behavior. However, the essence of his true nature resurfaces, leading to unforeseen consequences .

🏆 Awards & Recognition
Annecy International Animation Film Festival (2009): Jury's Special Prize

ARTE Contest (France): Internet Prize

Court Devant Festival (Paris): 1st Animation Prize (2008)

ANIMEX Festival (UK): 1st Animation Prize

IMAGINA Festival (Monaco): Best School Prize (2009)

🎨 Artistic Style & Themes
The film's aesthetic is characterized by minimalist, cubic designs and a color palette that avoids mixing hues, reflecting the planet's rigid societal structure. The narrative critiques the suppression of individuality and the imposition of conformity, drawing parallels to dystopian works like The Truman Show and Gattaca .

📺 Watch the Film
You can view Ex-ET on Dailymotion.

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