Synopsis

The film follows a humanoid insect whose presence and actions continuously alter and transform the surrounding world of a Bratislava housing estate. But what can emerge from its ‘devouring’ and transforming of its environment? What changes will it bring?

Jakub Hronský

Jakub Hronský is an animation student at UMPRUM in Prague, originally from Slovakia. Overture is his very first short film. He focuses mainly on animation, design, and drawing as he enjoys creating weird, imaginary worlds and stories, with the desire to keep exploring these through film in the near future. Jakub is also drawn to the blending of analogue and digital techniques, seeking new ways to merge the tactile with the virtual. Overture reflects the topics he attempts to explore in his work. He has an interest in anthropology, symbolism, and the subconscious.