In the latest episode of the Showcast, TFV's Matt Micucci speaks with Polish director, animator and writer Wojtek Wawszczyk. His new animated feature, "Diplodocus," premiered at the 2024 Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Market. The film tells the captivating tale of a young dinosaur on a quest to rescue his mysteriously missing parents, traversing a variety of strange worlds in the process. It also tells the parallel tale of the artist who created him, struggling to stay true to his vision. In our conversation, we'll dive deep into the film's messages, its stylistic influences and the lengthy, dedicated process of bringing "Diplodocus" to life. We also get to know Wawszczyk, as he shares the origins of his passion for animation and some of the elements that drive his creative journey.
CHAPTERS
(00:00) Intro
(01:12) Meeting Wojtek Wawszczyk
(03:44) The struggle to remain authentic
(05:50) A multidimensional experience
(07:07) A touch of surrealism... and Monty Python
(08:52) Animation style
(11:00) A long journey to "Diplodocus"
(13:10) Outro
