3D Computer Animation |

Rhythm Of Rain: Animated Short Film

Tristan Wei

Directed by – Kathy Cheung | Luka Hinic | Tristan Wei | Rachel Wen | Nathania Wijaya

ECU Award Recipient

The President’s Media Awards for Excellence – Best in 3D Computer Animation – Honourable Mention (awarded to Kathy Cheung, Luka Hinic, Tristan Wei, Rachel Wen and Nathania Wijaya)

Logline

In a drought-stricken farmland, a boy receives guidance from an ancestor spirit to learn traditional dancing. As he embraces his heritage, the boy discovers the power of dance to bring rain and save the farm.

_{As 3D animation students from Emily Carr University, we fused our diverse cultural backgrounds to create a film driven by our shared belief in the importance of cultural inheritance. By sharing our respective cultures with each other, we recognize the value in preserving traditions and ensuring they are not forgotten. The timelessness of ancestral practices is showcased through the story of a slothful young boy, Wei, visited by the spirit of his ancestors. Although he is initially reluctant, he comes to realize the significance of his people’s origins. With his ancestor’s help, Wei performs their traditional dance and revives the desolate farmland. We aim to celebrate the richness of cultural heritage while inspiring others to cherish and uphold their own traditions.}