Canvas

2020 0h 9m EN

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6.3

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★6.3TMDB · 186

AnimationFamilyDrama

Synopsis

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After a heartbreaking loss, a grandfather struggling to reclaim his passion for painting finds the inspiration to create again.

“Some stories are better left unspoiled.”

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Credits

Behind the camera

Director: Frank E. Abney III
Writers: Frank E. Abney III, Michael Yates, Kenji Ono
Languages: No Language
Countries: United States of America

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RUNTIME

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Tight 9-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.

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2 / 5

ERA

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Released 6 years ago.

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3 / 5

RUNTIME

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Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.

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4 / 5

DIRECTOR

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Original score by Jermaine Stegall. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.

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5 / 5

WILD

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IMDB entry: tt9711282 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

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Cinephile deep dive

The take

Frank E. Abney III directs. Jermaine Stegall scores. Runs lean at under 100 minutes. Produced in United States of America. Dialogue in No Language.

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1Tight 9-minute runtime — shorter than most television pilots.
2Released 6 years ago.
3Lean credit list — fewer than 30 people officially credited.
4Original score by Jermaine Stegall. Worth a dedicated listen after — most great films lose half their impact without the score.
5IMDB entry: tt9711282 — still the authoritative cross-reference for credits and trivia.

The technical file

Original score: Jermaine Stegall
Sound: Justin Pearson
Runtime: 9 min · 0h 9m
Status: Released
Original language: EN
Certification (US): G
IMDB: Canvas (2020)

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Alunauwie2025-09-29
★ 10/10
Inspired by Frank's personal loss, Canvas is a powerful short film that explores grief, healing, and rediscovery of purpose through the story of a grandfather who loses his passion for painting after his wife's death. Despite having no dialogue, the film conveys deep emotions through expressive animation, melancholic tones, and a moving score. Its message about embracing loss rather than avoiding it makes Canvas a touching experience suitable for reflective family viewing. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com)

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