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Through informal interviews, we get to know the behind-the-scenes and personal side of animation from the perspective of the director. We talk about processes, takeaways, struggles, and achievements in a comfortable, playful, and light-hearted way.
The podcast is dedicated to passionate people and students interested in the artistic and niche world of animation. Whether you are an animation enthusiast or an aspiring filmmaker, you'll find valuable insights and inspiration.
Join us as we journey to animation festivals all around the world (atm especially in Europe), where we gather to show years of hard work and collect inspiration.
https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
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Ep.21 The Car that Came Back from the Sea by Jadwiga Kowalska
Season 2 · Episode 21
dimanche 3 novembre 2024 • Duration 32:34
"The Car That Came Back from the Sea" by Jadwiga Kowalska
3D, 11’, 2023 // Switzerland
Synopsis:
"Full of exuberance and frivolousness, six friends drive to the Polish Baltic coast and back in a small, dented car. During their trip, their car and their country fall apart. Nevertheless, life goes on. Their journey is interfused with memories and snapshots from the past."
Find out more: https://www.jadwiga.ch/
Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/giuliamartinelli
Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from Youtube Audio Library
Ep.20 End of Season 1
Season 1 · Episode 20
dimanche 19 mai 2024 • Duration 08:46
Thanks for sticking with me until now. Here is a wrap-up of the first year of Under the Onion Skin, some takeaways and learnings.
Stay in touch with me:
Newsletter: https://giuliamartinelli.com/receive-my-newsletter
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/giulia_martinelli_x/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPV4fBBW7oWVU_Ws4kk6jaw
Ep.11 Tufo by Victoria Musci
Season 1 · Episode 11
dimanche 21 janvier 2024 • Duration 49:49
"Tufo" by Victoria Musci
Mixed media, 2D animation on live-action backgrounds with 3D props, 26'// 2023 // Italy, France
Logline: “Tufo” is the true story of Ignazio Cutrò and his family, who were threatened by the mafia and isolated by friends because they chose to speak out. Despite everything, they still live in Sicily today.
https://vimeo.com/victoriamusci
Studio Ibrido: https://www.instagram.com/ibrido_studio/
Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from Youtube Audio Library
Ep.10 Luce And The Rock by Britt Raes
Season 1 · Episode 10
dimanche 7 janvier 2024 • Duration 38:32
"Luce and The Rock" Directed and written by Britt Raes
2D Computer Animation, 13'// 2022 // produced by Thuristar, Belgium
Logline: Luce and the Rock' is a modern fairytale about a little girl who discovers that the world is bigger than the one she lives in. She befriends a lost rock, who's searching for a new place to call home.
https://www.instagram.com/brittraes/
https://brittraes.tumblr.com/
https://www.facebook.com/BrittRaeslovesdrawing/
Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from Youtube Audio Library
Ep.09 The Miracle by Nienke Deutz
Season 1 · Episode 9
dimanche 24 décembre 2023 • Duration 26:39
"The Miracle" by Nienke Deutz
Mixed technique, 2D and stop-motion, 15'// 2023 // produced by Lunanime, Keplerfilm & Les Productions de Milou, Belgium, The Netherlands, France
Logline: "The Miracle, a place where the sun always shines, with endless opportunities to relax and food in abundance. But how do you relate to a place that constantly confronts you with the things you don’t have?"
https://www.instagram.com/nienke_deutz/
Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from Youtube Audio Library
Ep.08 Letter To A Pig by Tal Kantor
Season 1 · Episode 8
dimanche 10 décembre 2023 • Duration 17:01
"Letter to a Pig" by Tal Kantor
Mix Media Animation, 17'// 2022 // produced by Miyu Production & The Hive Studio
Logline: "A Holocaust survivor reads a letter he wrote to the pig who saved his life. A young schoolgirl hears his testimony in class and sinks into a twisted dream where she confronts questions of identity, collective trauma, and the extremes of human nature."
https://www.instagram.com/tal.kantor/?hl=en
Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from Youtube Audio Library
Ep.07 Nun Or Never! by Heta Jäälinoja
Season 1 · Episode 7
dimanche 26 novembre 2023 • Duration 38:31
"Nun Or Never!" by Heta Jäälinoja
2D Computer Animation, 11'// 2023 // produced by Böhle Studios, Finland
Logline: A nun digs a man up from the ground and loses her grip on everyday life. Can secrets and harmony coexist?
https://www.instagram.com/hetajaalinoja/
Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
Note: in the episode, I mention that Nun or Never! won the France TV Award. I forgot to mention that in the same festival the short film also got the Audience Award. In the following months, those nuns have been collecting more prizes, such as Best National Film at Turku Animated Film Festival, Grand Prix at Animatou, Grand Prize Golden Eyeball at the Sweaty Eyeballs Animation, Special Mention at Anim.est, and many more.
Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from Youtube Audio Library
Ep.06 From The Main Square by Pedro Harres
Season 1 · Episode 6
dimanche 12 novembre 2023 • Duration 18:25
"From The Main Square by Pedro Harres
2D Computer Animation, around 22'// 2021 // Germany
Logline: From The Main Square is a compact portrait of social disruption.
pedroharres.net
https://www.instagram.com/pedroharres_/
Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from Youtube Audio Library
Ep.05 Tongue by Kaho Yoshida
Season 1 · Episode 5
dimanche 29 octobre 2023 • Duration 18:28
"Tongue" by Kaho Yoshida
Mixed media, 2D and stop-motion, 2'// 2022 // Canada
Logline: Tired of being talked at by men, a woman takes a sensual trip with unusual friends.
http://www.kahoyoshida.com/tongue & https://www.instagram.com/kahoanimation/?hl=en
@kahoanimation
Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from Youtube Audio Library
Ep.04 Eeva by Lucija Mrzljak
Season 1 · Episode 4
dimanche 15 octobre 2023 • Duration 14:56
"Eeva" by Lucija Mrzljak, co-directed with Morten Tšinakov
2D Computer Animation, 16'// 2022 // produced by Eesti Joonisfilm and Adriatic Animation, Estonia and Croatia
Logline: It's a sad day in Eva's life. The rain is pouring down at her husband's funeral. A woodpecker delivered a message code on the coffin is killed. There is a lot of crying, too much wine, and a couple of dreams that fill in the gaps.
https://www.instagram.com/lucibara/
Under the Onion Skin: https://giuliamartinelli.com/podcast
Intro Music: "Backoning" by Telecasted from Youtube Audio Library




