Interoculus

In an infinitely vast space, a woman, a man and a fish illustrate a flow of questions about perception. Pixillation and stop-motion animation enhance audience doubts about reality in Marie Valade's whimsical and playful test of how we see and perceive when watching 3-D films. This film was made as part of the 6th edition of the NFB's Hothouse apprenticeship.

Directed by Marie Valade, Interoculus leans on a strong ensemble — Patrick Baby, Carinne Leduc — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about animation titles of 2010.