| The Glassworker | |
|---|---|
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| Directed by | Usman Riaz |
| Written by | Usman Riaz |
| Screenplay by | Moya O’Shea |
| Story by | Usman Riaz |
| Produced by | Manuel Cristóbal Khizer Riaz |
| Starring | Sacha Dhawan Anjli Mohindra Art Malik |
| Edited by | Jose Manuel Jimenez |
| Music by | Usman Riaz Carmine Diflorio |
| Animation by | Aamir Riffat (Animation Director) Sofia Abdullah (Character Designer) |
| Backgrounds by | Mariam Paracha (Art Director) |
Production company | Mano Animation Studios |
Release date | 2023 (International) |
Running time | 92 minutes |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Languages | English Urdu |
The Glassworker (Urdu: شیشہ گر) is an upcoming Pakistani Urdu-language animated film directed by Usman Riaz (in his feature directorial debut).[1] It is Pakistan's first hand-drawn anime-influenced animated film and the fifth animated film produced in Pakistan.[2] The Kickstarter campaign to produce a pilot animation for the film was launched in February 2016.[3] The pilot was completed in 2018, and full-scale production of the film officially began in January 2019. The film is currently in production and is being produced by Mano Animation Studios located in Karachi.[4][5]
The Glassworker is set to be released in internationally in 2023 as described on Mano Animation Studios's website.
Synopsis
In The Glassworker, Vincent and his father Tomas operate the most renowned glass workshop, their lives disrupted by an imminent war they wish to avoid. Their world is unsettled with the arrival of an army colonel and his gifted violinist daughter, Alliz, sparking a tumultuous shift in their lives.
As Vincent and Alliz grow closer, their budding love faces constant trials due to the conflicting ideologies of their fathers. In an era valuing patriotism and societal status over artistic expression and independent thinking, their affection struggles to endure. Love becomes a casualty in a time where societal norms overshadow its significance.
Voice cast
The English version of voice actors include:
- Sacha Dhawan as Vincent Oliver
- Anjli Mohindra as Alliz Amano
- Art Malik as Tomas Oliver
The Urdu version of voice actors include:
- Mariam Riaz Paracha as Vincent Oliver
- Arsal Hasan as General Murano
- Aysha S. Zeeshan as Mrs. Murano
Production
Development
Usman Riaz crowd sourced funding and raised $116,000 via a Kickstarter campaign.[6]
Many buildings in the movie are inspired by the colonial buildings of the city of Karachi. While in The town of Waterfront, The bazaar is inspired by the Empress Market located in Karachi. The clothing of the Men in the movie shares a lot of similarities with the clothing worn by the men in the Pakistani provinces of KPK and Gilgit Baltistan while the women's clothing is inspired by the national dress of Pakistan, Shalwar kameez. The style of the film is totally inspired by Japanese animation studio Studio Ghibli. [7][8]
Mano Animation Studios
Mano Animation Studios is Pakistan's first hand-drawn animation studio.
Co-founded by Usman Riaz, the studio, based in Pakistan, employs a select group of talented artists and creatives working to produce their first feature film, The Glassworker.
The Mano team has built a collaboration network that extends to Malaysia, the Philippines, Japan, Peru, Argentina, Spain, the United States, and the United Kingdom.
Release Date
The film is expected to be released sometime in 2023 internationally according to Mano Animation Studios's website.
See also
References
- ↑ Ansari, Hasan (27 January 2016). "Usman Riaz's 'The Glassworker': Pakistan's first hand-drawn animated film". The Express Tribune. Archived from the original on 7 June 2020. Retrieved 4 April 2016.
- ↑ Imaan Sheikh (5 February 2016). "This Is "The Glassworker", Pakistan's First Fully Hand-Drawn Animated Film". Buzz Feed. Archived from the original on 8 February 2016. Retrieved 4 April 2016.
- ↑ "Usman Riaz releases the teaser of 'The Glassworker'". Hip in Pakistan. 6 February 2016. Archived from the original on 21 November 2022. Retrieved 30 January 2017.
- ↑ "Trailer for Pakistan's first hand-drawn anime film The Glassworker will leave you in awe". Express Tribune. 26 October 2016. Archived from the original on 11 April 2019. Retrieved 30 January 2017.
- ↑ "The Glassworker is Pakistan's First Hand Drawn Animation". Desi Blitz. Archived from the original on 21 November 2022. Retrieved 4 April 2016.
- ↑ Rehman, Maliha (29 January 2017). "Pakistan's Studio Ghibli". Dawn newspaper. Archived from the original on 21 November 2022. Retrieved 30 January 2017.
"We started off very small and managed to gain momentum when we raised 116,000 dollars via a Kickstarter campaign," explains Usman.
- ↑ "Pakistan's first ghibli-style film 'The Glassworker' joined by 'Delhi Crime' producer". www.geo.tv. Archived from the original on 5 August 2023. Retrieved 5 August 2023.
- ↑ Shackleton, Liz (21 May 2023). "'Delhi Crime' Producer Apoorva Bakshi Boards Pakistan's First Miyazaki-Style Animated Feature, 'The Glassworker'". Deadline. Archived from the original on 5 August 2023. Retrieved 5 August 2023.