Moirai Thread of Life

14/04/2024

🌟🎬 Last February, we had a blast screening 5 of our films at the Golden State Film Festival! at the amazing TCL Chinese Theatres Hollywood! 🎥 "Moirai Thread of Life", "Chrysalis", "Mitla | The Underworld", "Quantum Loogos", with "Nocturne" being awarded among over 400 independent films 🏆 🎉 Mark Chavez Crave FX Egon
Check the press release here: http://surl.li/somfy

04/04/2024

19/02/2024

Set in the distant future, a female astronaut in search of untouched lands finds herself gravitating toward a mysterious force in a strange cave. The viewer follows her through a journey of discovery and understanding as she gets pulled into another dimension, her ‘self’ entwined and connected w...

08/12/2023

We are overjoyed to share that we've won "Best in Show" at the prestigious SIGGRAPH Asia Computer Animation Festival 2023! 🏆
Out of 382 submissions from 595 talented artists across 14 countries, our film is among the 38 outstanding works selected for Electronic and Animation Theaters screening. 🎥✨ December 12th to 15th at the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC) Sydney, Australia. 🌏🎬

Special thanks to the Jury and Computer Animation Festival Co-Chairs, Herman Van Eyken from Griffith University and Rob Coleman from Industrial Light & Magic, for orchestrating such a phenomenal event. 👏

𝗠𝗢𝗜𝗥𝗔𝗜 - 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗 𝗢𝗙 𝗟𝗜𝗙𝗘
A film by Ina Conradi Chavez and Mark Chavez
Musical score Tate Egon Chavez Egon
VFX and Animation by Crave FX
Animation Director: Joshua Tan
Animation Producer: Natalie Ong
3D Lead & Production: Hui Yi Khoo & Grey Pham
Animation: Derwin Silamaya Suhali
Assets Assist: Samanta L. & Chong En Xin
Storyboards: Xiao Ming Tang
Title Design: Christy Stephanie Halim
Sound Direction/Demo: Zahin Anwari
SIGGRAPH Asia ACM SIGGRAPH Digital Arts Community Group
The film was done with support from NTU School of Art, Design and Media (ADM) and Ministry of Education, Singapore (MOE) Academic Research Fund (AcRF) Tier 1 🎨🏫Quantum Logos: Developing Alternative Artistic Styles to Communicate Science.
..“As an educator and co-chair of the Computer Animation Festival, I am thrilled to witness the remarkable diversity of creativity and the expansive technical prowess showcased at the SIGGRAPH Asia 2023 Computer Animation Festival,” said CAF co-chair and Griffith Film School director Herman Van Eyken. “It's particularly gratifying to see global talent being showcased right here in Australia, which is a major player on the international stage. The awarded works not only stand at the forefront of animation but also serve as a testament to the richness of storytelling in the digital landscape.”

“Witnessing the rapid evolution and sophisticated, immersive animation at SIGGRAPH Asia is truly inspiring,” added CAF co-chair and Industrial Light & Magic creative director Rob Coleman. “The collection of work received this year not only showcases the dynamic interplay of art and technology but also redefines the possibilities in animation. We're eager to continue providing a platform for innovative works that captivate and inspire audiences worldwide, fostering a synergy of creativity and technological innovation in the dynamic landscape of animation.”

The 2023 Computer Animation Festival at SIGGRAPH Asia in Sydney, Australia celebrates the finest animations of 2023, and nurtures tomorrow's animators at the debut of the Junior Co

08/12/2023

The 2023 Computer Animation Festival at SIGGRAPH Asia in Sydney, Australia celebrates the finest animations of 2023, showcasing a total of 38 extraordinary projects selected from an impressive pool of 382 submissions contributed by 595 artists from 14 countries. Special acknowledgment will be given to the following winners, including two Honourable Mentions:

🔸Best in Show:​ ​Moirai-Thread of Life
🔸Jury's Special Award:​Hair Universe
🔸Best Student Project:​Thaba Ye
🔸Honorable Mention: ​Quem Salva
🔸Honorable Mention:​Loup y es-tu ?

The event will take place December 12-15 at the International Convention Centre Sydney (ICC Sydney).

08/08/2023

Moirai was nominated for the Best 3d Animated short! Additionally, we are thrilled to announce that we have won the Silver Award in the Best Experimental Animation Category at the Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation and Technology !
https://pdxfestofcinema.com/awards
The Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology (PFCAT) took place in-person at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry from August 3rd to 6th, 2023. This festival celebrates the fusion of cutting-edge technology and its role in shaping modern filmmaking.

The 2023 festival showcased a remarkable lineup of 119 films and animations. This diverse selection included animations for both adults and children, captivating documentaries, groundbreaking experimental films, projects highlighting special effects and technology, and innovative cinematic classics. The event was enriched by the presence of special guests, speakers, networking opportunities, panel presentations, and celebratory parties.

The esteemed jury panel included: Isaac Adamson (screenwriter film & TV projects for Netflix, Lionsgate, Fox, AMC); Eric Adkins (Oscar Nominated cinematorapher); Rahne Alexander (intermedia artist and writer); Akiko Ashley (Entertainment Executive at Luminetik Productions); Signe Baumane, Eric Cotten (President and Founder of the Baltimore Filmmakers Collective); Kitty Norton (documentary film maker); Matilda Szydagis (producer award winning actress); Peter Sorg (director of photography, collaborator with Henry Selick, Tim Burton); David Winning (46 features veteran film & television Director and Producer);
https://pdxfestofcinema.com/awards/

2023 Festival Nominees Best Feature Alice in CyberlandA Pretty Good Movie WINNER!Cognitive Silver Best Animated Feature Titina SilverReturn to KelloggQuantum Cowboys WINNER! Visionary Use of Technology in a Short Film Shelf Life WINNER!Yellow Dove AftermathBelonging: FAREWELLDark CellNew Air SilverT...

06/07/2023

Moirai has received an award nomination in category Best 3D Animation at the Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation and Technology!

06/07/2023

Moirai Thread of Life was selected for SeoulIndie-AniFest2023 ASIA ROAD, 2023. 4. 17 ~ 6. 19 인디애니페스트