Emily
Emily, who has spent her eighty years surrounded by flowers, quietly reflects on the life and relationships she has cultivated. Her secret garden, hidden away from the world, has long been her one true sanctuary. Having devoted a lifetime to giving flowers to others, she finally becomes the one receiving a bouquet. A richly textured animated masterpiece that celebrates the beauty of love, self-fulfillment, and a life lived entirely on one's own terms.
Marlies van der Wel (b. October 3, 1984, Soest, Netherlands) is a Dutch animator and illustrator whose short films have earned international recognition at prestigious festival including Berlinale, Toronto, and Sundance. Known for addressing big themes in small packages, she uses simple images and words to tell stories that are emotional without being tearjerkers, universal yet deeply personal, and lighthearted with a healthy dose of humor.