Women in Animation

A captivating evening showcasing the exceptional talent and vision of female directors in animation. The program features a selection of short animations from around the globe, each reflecting unique storytelling styles, innovative techniques, and diverse cultural perspectives. This event highlights women’s voices in animation. voices that have often been underrepresented yet have significantly shaped the art form. From visually stunning experimental pieces to heartfelt narratives, this collection celebrates the power of animation as a medium for creativity, expression, and connection.

This program is curated by Nahid Malayeri and Narjes Mohammadi. After graduating from St. Joost School of Art and Design with a master’s in animation, they combine their creative expertise with a passion for collecting, selecting, and presenting animation art. Together, they have redefined the landscape of animation by focusing on collections by female directors.

Women in Animation
Special

Women in Animation

An inspiring evening of short films by female animation directors worldwide, celebrating bold visions, unique styles, and diverse cultural voices in storytelling.

Specials

KINO presents: 70mm celluloid film
a 70mm presentation

KINO presents: 70mm celluloid film

Read and check out our short documentary about the ultimate 70mm format. Programmers Jan and Frank explain what makes it so special and share the story of our search for the DP70 projector.

Shōhei Imamura’s Black Rain (1989)
Classic Special

Shōhei Imamura’s Black Rain (1989)

Director Shōhei Imamura directed this devastating portrait on the nuclear holocaust that hit Hiroshima and Nagasaki on August 6th and 9th, the two dates we'll screen this masterpiece.

Idiocracy (2006) – 20th anniversary
Special

Idiocracy (2006) – 20th anniversary

Mike Judge's Idiocracy painted a bleak, if hilarious, future. Somehow, the US managed to speed-run his 500-year prediction in just 20.