Graduation Short Film Competition
Dance of the Spirits
Directed by Andreea Lorena Florea
Country United Kingdom
Year 2026
Runtime 6′
Matei, a young shepherd living on the edge of Romania, finds more comfort among his sheep than with his abusive, alcoholic father. But as Matei begins to mirror his father’s violence, he is confronted with the question: “Who am I?”
Andreea Lorena Florea
Andreea-Lorena Florea is a Romanian animator and fine artist with a deep affinity for folklore and metaphors. Her films reflect a thoughtful consideration of mark-making and color. Her background in traditional media lends a raw texture to her animated films. She graduated from the National Film and Television School with a Master of Fine Arts in 2026.
