POLISH ANIMATION AWARDED AT ICELANDIC FESTIVAL
“Zima”, directed by Tomek Popakul and Kasumi Ozeki, received the award for Best Animated Film Direction at The Pigeon International Film Festival in Iceland. This prestigious recognition highlights the international appreciation for the filmmakers’ unique style and sensitivity.
The Pigeon International Film Festival (PIFF) is a global film event held in the picturesque town of Ísafjörður. This year’s edition, taking place from October 9 to 12, 2025, emphasizes diversity and openness, showcasing films from around the world, ranging from classical forms to the most experimental. In addition to film screenings, the festival features workshops, discussion panels, and industry meetings, fostering the exchange of experiences and the establishment of international contacts. The event is known for promoting emerging talents and films with a strong artistic identity.
About the film:
It grows slowly like an icicle, but one day it falls and shatters.
Anka loves cats. And Jesus. In the winter silence, the lagoon freezes, and the unspoken appears like a crack on the ice. A mosaic portrait of a small fishing village, where human-to-human, human-to-animal, and animal-to-animal interactions coexist in a delicate balance of warm, tender care and cold, emotional cruelty. An extraordinary story about loneliness and community, told in the spirit of magical realism.
The full list of award-winning films is available on the official The Pigeon IFF website.