Tales from the Magic Garden
by David Súkup, Patrik Pašš ml., Leon Vidmar and Jean-Claude Rozec
Zgodbe iz čarobnega vrta, orig. Tales from the Magic Garden, 2025, animated, co-production, puppets, stop motion, digital DCP, 1,77:1 (16:9), 25, c, 71 min
CZ, SK, SI, FR
Finished
Feature-length animated film based on the stories of Arnošt Goldflam. Tomi (4), his sister Suzana (8), and brother Derek (10) visit their grandfather during a pivotal moment in their lives. Suzana takes on the role of the storyteller of magical tales, just as their grandmother once did, bringing joy into the house with her boundless imagination. These stories are not only entertaining, dramatic, sad, and funny but also help all family members cope with the loss of their grandmother.
David Súkup is Czech film director and animator. His Light (2001) and The Mechanics (2003) were selected to compete in Cannes in the Cinéfondation category. He co-directed a feature animated film Fimfárum – Third Time Lucky (2011).
Patrik Pašš holds a master's from Prague's FAMU in animated film directing, and a PhD in animation from the Academy of Performing Arts in Bratislava (Slovakia). He is a director, screenwriter, animator, and illustrator, known for numerous animated short films and over 20 animated music videos.
Leon Vidmar is Slovenian film director and animator. He graduated from the Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Ljubljana with the short animated film, (In)tolerance (2010) that premiered at Animateka. His professional debut, the animated short Farewell (2016), was screened at over 80 film festivals, including the Annecy International Festival and won seven awards.
Jean-Claude Rozec is French film director and animator. Since 2009, he directed four award-winning shorts, including Têtard (2019) and Monstre Sacré (2010). His work also includes Cul de bouteille (2010) and La Maison de poussière (2013), both produced by Vivement Lundi!.
Butnskala Award Creative Courage and Originality (AIPA, k.o., 2026)
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Czech Lion Award best film (ČFTA – Czech Film and Television Academy, 2026)
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Slnko v sieti best film (SFTA – Slovak Film and Television Academy, 2026)
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Award best film (45th Anima, 2026)
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2 Vesna Award awards (28th Festival of Slovenian Film, 2025)
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ECFA Award best film (ECFA - European Children's Film Association, 2025)
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Award best film (Amman International Film Festival, 2025)
ZVVIKS is a production company established in 2001, focused on the development and realization of original animated films and series. Their animated films are regularly featured in the programs of domestic and international film festivals, television networks, and streaming platforms, and have received numerous awards. In addition to audiovisual projects, they place significant emphasis on cultural and educational initiatives, educating both young people and adults in the field of animated film.