A Sparrow's Song

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Basic information
Title A Sparrow's Song
Year 2025
Language without dialogue
Running time 09:11
Techniques 3D computer
Log line Inspired by a true story, a widowed air raid warden in the midst of World War II struggles to overcome grief and rediscover joy in her life ‐ until she finds a dying sparrow she hopes to save.
Synopsis Inspired by a true story, an elderly widow in the midst of World War II struggles to overcome grief and rediscover joy in her life. Day by day, she serves as an air raid warden in the crowded shelters, witnessing the suffering of children and others. One morning, she finds a dying sparrow and hopes to save its fragile life. As the sparrow gradually heals, a bond grows between them, and the bird begins to respond to her piano playing—a shared language that builds a bridge. During bombing raids, she carries the sparrow to the shelters, where she plays the piano, and the sparrow sings its song to comfort the children and offer hope to those around her. Through this newfound purpose and unexpected alliance, her life begins to change.
Category Animated Film
Genre Drama, Historical Film, War Film
Type Graduate film
Credits
Director Tobias Eckerlin
Producer Tobias Eckerlin
Film Music Dominique Girod
Sound Design Marc Uhlherr
Production Company Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg GmbH
Lead Technical Director Vincent Maurer
Lead Character Artist Elias Weber
Lead Animation Lilli-Luisa Heckmann, Marius Magracia
Lead Groom & Feathers Rebecca Liebelt
Misc
Aspect ratio Scope (2.39)
Audio Format Stereo, Dolby Atmos, 7.1, 5.1
Contact of production company/school
Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg GmbH
Akademiehof 10
71638 Ludwigsburg
Germany
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