Student Animations

These original 2D- and 3D-animated short films were all created by DigiPen students as a part of their academic coursework and demonstrate both digital and traditional hand-drawn animation techniques. Follow the links to watch the films and learn more about the student teams, production processes, and more.

Mariposa

A woman’s world begins to unravel when she discovers a mysterious butterfly in this hand-drawn animation about the struggles of dementia.

A young woman in a dark blue room looks on as strange lights swirl around a fireplace mantel.

Nobody

A story following a woman struggling to find work to support her family brings to light a harrowing message about the state of society.

A bulletin board in the dark that advertises different services in French.

The Little Rat

Minuet, an insecure mouse with a big heart, must learn to be the bigger rodent after local rat teens tease her about her stature.

A little mouse girl nervously walking down an alleyway.

Iron Mermaiden

Two sibling sirens compete to lure a nearby ship of Vikings using their distinct musical styles.

Viking sailor swims toward a singing siren

Tall Order

An unorthodox detective takes the mafia head-on during the height of the Prohibition.

A detective awkwardly runs from an explosion whilst strapped to a chair.

Anchored

A girl who likes to fix things discovers an old forgotten robot that appears to be broken — only not in the way she expects.

Ripple

A mermaid is missing her friend. But when a stranger is dropped into her life, will she accept a new hand in friendship?

A mermaid gives a thumbs up to a mermaid sand sculpture.

Katak

Get a look into the life of a turkey as it encounters a rubber chicken prop.

A chicken looks surprised at an object in front of them.

PrePAWsterous

Two rival pup scouts must learn to work together to solve the mystery of the missing dog treats.

A dog pushes another away while setting a snare trap.

Fathom

A young boy comes to a painful realization after waking in a surreal world.

A boy steps out of bed onto a seemingly solid surface made of water.

Flap

A young girl comes to understand how her hand flapping is seen in the eyes of others.

Ming

An anxious monk-in-training hopes to make her master proud. When tasked with lighting the temple altar, she must work through her fears to rise to the occasion.