THE GLASSWORKER | Official English Trailer Usman Riaz 2024-04-26 | OFFICIAL SELECTION | ANNECY INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION FESTIVAL 2024From Mano Animation Studios comes the new animated feature film “The Glassworker,” directed by Usman Riaz, opening in cinemas in Pakistan on July 26, 2024.‘Young Vincent and his father, Tomas, run the finest glass workshop in the country and find their lives upended by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival in their town of an army colonel and his young, talented violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son.’The English version cast includes Art Malik, Sacha Dhawan, Anjli Mohindra, Tony Jayawardena, Teresa Gallagher, Maya Soraya, Sham Ali, and Mina Anwar. Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionOriginal Story and Directed by Usman RiazScreenplay by Moya O’SheaMusic by Carmine DiFlorio Usman RiazProduced by Khizer Riaz Manuel CristobalAssociate Producer Mariam ParachaExecutive Producers Azhar Hameed Art Malik Ameed Riaz Apoorva Bakshi© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
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The Glassworker | 🇬🇧 UK Release September 19th! Usman Riaz 2025-09-16 | 🇬🇧 The Glassworker opens across the UK in Vue & Odeon cinemas on Friday, September 19!🎟️ Tickets: flicks.co.uk/movie/the-glassworker
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The Glassworker | Official North America Trailer | Only In Theaters Usman Riaz 2025-08-29 | IN THEATERS IN NORTH AMERICAOpens August 15 in NYCAugust 22 in LAEverywhere September 5 Get your tickets at theglassworkermovie.comPakistan’s official submission to the 97th Academy Awards in the Best International Feature Film category, THE GLASSWORKER premiered at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and screened in competition at both Cannes and Hiroshima’s Animation Season. Director Usman Riaz received the Tongues on Fire Flame Award for Best Debut Director at the UK Asian Film Festival 2025 for this breathtaking hand-drawn feature.From Mano Animation Studios and director Usman Riaz comes 'The Glassworker', a hand drawn animated feature film set in a location loosely inspired by Pakistan. A young Vincent and his father Tomas run the finest glass workshop in the country and find their lives upended by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival in their town of an army colonel and his young, talented, violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son. The love that develops between Vincent and Alliz is challenged constantly by the differing views of their fathers. It is a time when patriotism and social standing are considered more important than free thought and artistic pursuits. It is a time when love is just not relevant. Featuring the voices of Art Malik, Sacha Dhawan, Anjli Mohindra and Tony Jayawardena.________Watermelon Pictures is a film production and distribution company rooted in creative resistance. Our mission is to champion unheard voices, inspire the world to stand up to injustice and imagine our way into a shared, liberated future. Visit Our Official THE GLASSWORKER website at theglassworkermovie.comVisit Our Official Website - www.watermelonpictures.comWhere To Watch Our Movies - linktr.ee/watermelonpicturescoFollow Watermelon Pictures on Instagram: https://watermelon.pics/instaLike Watermelon Pictures on Facebook: https://watermelon.pics/fbFollow Watermelon Pictures on TikTok: https://watermelon.pics/tiktokFollow Watermelon Pictures on X: https://watermelon.pics/x
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El Artista del Cristal (THE GLASSWORKER) | Official Spanish Trailer Usman Riaz 2024-11-11 | El Artista del Cristal (The Glassworker) - Tráiler Oficial en EspañolSinopsisVincent y su padre, Tomas, quienes dirigen el mejor taller de vidrio del país en la ciudad costera de Waterfront, descubren cómo poco a poco sus vidas se ven afectadas por una inminente guerra en la que no quieren tomar parte. La llegada a la ciudad de un coronel del ejército y su joven y talentosa hija violinista, Alliz, sacude su realidad y pone a prueba la relación entre padre e hijo. El amor que surge entre Vincent y Alliz se ve desafiado constantemente por las opiniones opuestas de sus padres. ¿Podrá prevalecer el arte en una época en la que el patriotismo y la posición social se consideran más importantes que el libre pensamiento y las actividades artísticas? ¿Podrá sobrevivir el amor en una época en la que los sentimientos no parecen ser relevantes?Estreno en cines en España: 22 de noviembre de 2024____________________________________El Artista del CristalUna producción de Mano Animation StudiosHistoria original y dirección de Usman RiazGuion de Moya O’SheaMúsica de Carmine DiFlorio y Usman RiazProducida por Khizer Riaz y Manuel CristobalProductora Asociada: Mariam ParachaProductores Ejecutivos: Azhar Hameed, Art Malik, Ameed Riaz, Apoorva Bakshi© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios____________________________________The Glassworker - Official Spanish TrailerSynopsisYoung Vincent and his father, Tomas, run the finest glass workshop in the country in the coastal town of Waterfront, gradually realizing how their lives are affected by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival of an army colonel and his young, talented violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son. The love that blossoms between Vincent and Alliz is constantly challenged by their parents’ opposing views. Can art prevail in an era where patriotism and social standing are valued above free thought and artistic pursuits? Can love survive in a time where emotions seem irrelevant?Releasing in Spain November 22, 2024____________________________________The GlassworkerA Mano Animation Studios ProductionOriginal Story and Directed by Usman RiazScreenplay by Moya O’SheaMusic by Carmine DiFlorio and Usman RiazProduced by Khizer Riaz and Manuel CristobalAssociate Producer: Mariam ParachaExecutive Producers: Azhar Hameed, Art Malik, Ameed Riaz, Apoorva Bakshi© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Glassworker | Creating Waves Usman Riaz 2024-09-16 | Directed by Usman Riaz, 'The Glassworker' has been making waves across Pakistan. Honored to have our film recognized by some of the world's most prestigious film festivals:- Cannes 2024 - Market Screenings and American Pavilion Talk- Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2024 - Official Competition- Guadalajara International Film Festival 2024 - Official Competition- Shanghai International Film Festival 2024 - Golden Goblet Award Competition- Hiroshima Animation Season 2024 - Official Selection- Sitges International Fantastic Film Festival - Official Selection Stay tuned for more Announcements!
The Making of The Glassworker | Full Documentary Usman Riaz 2024-09-06 | A Decade in the Making.Immerse yourself in Mano Animation Studios’ extraordinary journey with the full-length documentary “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz.This film offers a captivating look at the ten-year quest to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, “The Making of The Glassworker” features insightful interviews with the dedicated team, both in Pakistan and abroad.Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream once seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com“The Making of The Glassworker” • A Mano Animation Studios Production • Directed by Usman Riaz • Edited by Yousaf Badarsen, Usman Riaz, Haider Sohail Mukhi • Cinematography by Usman Riaz, Yousaf Badarsen, Syed Ali Reza • Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Making of The Glassworker | A Message from the Director Usman Riaz 2024-09-02 | An introduction from Usman Riaz, the Founder of Mano Animation Studios and Director of 'The Glassworker.''The Making of The Glassworker' offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
From Storyboards to finished Animation, here are some shots by Director #usmanriaz #theglassworker Usman Riaz 2024-08-26 | ...
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 12: Homecoming Usman Riaz 2024-08-11 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
Thank you to all 300 fans who showed up for our first ‘Meet & Greet’ in Lahore | #theglassworker Usman Riaz 2024-08-10 | ...
Chaos ensues with 400 people at #theglassworker Meet & Greet | #manoanimationstudios #usmanriaz Usman Riaz 2024-08-03 | ...
‘The Glassworker’ Karachi Meet & Greet | #manoanimationstudios #theglassworker #usmanriaz Usman Riaz 2024-08-03 | ...
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#TheGlassworker | In Pakistani Cinemas Now! #manoanimationstudios #usmanriaz Usman Riaz 2024-07-28 | ...
A message from #usmanriaz | #theglassworker in Pakistani Cinemas Now! #manoanimationstudios Usman Riaz 2024-07-26 | ...
‘The Impossible Dream’ - #manoanimationstudios #theglassworker #usmanriaz Usman Riaz 2024-07-24 | ...
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 11: Climbing the Unclimbable Usman Riaz 2024-07-23 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
‘I will make my own Animation Studio’ - #theglassworker #manoanimationstudios #usmanriaz Usman Riaz 2024-07-23 | ...
‘Ever since childhood, I obsessed over animation’ #theglassworker #manoanimationstudios #usmanriaz Usman Riaz 2024-07-23 | ...
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The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 10: The Sound and Music Usman Riaz 2024-07-19 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 09: Finding the Voices Usman Riaz 2024-07-18 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 08: Frame by Frame Usman Riaz 2024-07-17 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 07: Building a World of Our Own Usman Riaz 2024-07-13 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
THE GLASSWORKER | Official Urdu Trailer Usman Riaz 2024-06-26 | OFFICIAL SELECTION | ANNECY INTERNATIONAL ANIMATION FESTIVAL 2024From Mano Animation Studios comes the new animated feature film “The Glassworker” directed by Usman Riaz, opening in cinemas in Pakistan on July 26, 2024.‘Young Vincent and his father, Tomas, run the finest glass workshop in the country and find their lives upended by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival in their town of an army colonel and his young, talented violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son.’The Urdu version cast includes Khaled Anam, Mooroo, Mariam Paracha, Ameed Riaz, Mahum Moazzam, Aysha Sheikh, Dino Ali, and Faiza Kazi.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionOriginal Story and Directed by Usman RiazScreenplay by Moya O’SheaMusic by Carmine DiFlorio Usman RiazProduced by Khizer Riaz Manuel CristobalAssociate Producer Mariam ParachaExecutive Producers Azhar Hameed Art Malik Ameed Riaz Apoorva Bakshi© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 05: Storyboards and Animatic Usman Riaz 2024-06-09 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 04: Finding a Way Forward Usman Riaz 2024-06-08 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 03: Building the Studio Usman Riaz 2024-06-07 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
‘The Glassworker’ Annecy 2024 World Premiere Usman Riaz 2024-06-03 | 🌟 Exciting News! 🎬✨‘THE GLASSWORKER’ WORLD PREMIERE📍 Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2024🏆 Official Competition: Contrechamp Category🎥 “The Glassworker,” a groundbreaking achievement from Pakistan, makes its world premiere at #Annecy2024. This is a historic moment—the first Pakistani film ever in the prestigious Contrechamp competition.🔥 Competing against 11 extraordinary films from around the globe, “The Glassworker” stands out as a testament to the talent and vision that has blossomed out of Pakistan. This is a celebration of innovative storytelling and artistic courage that has never been seen before from our nation.📅 Screening Schedule: • World Premiere: Monday, 10th June - 4:30 PM at Cinema Pathe 1 • Tuesday, 11th June - 6:00 PM at Cinema Pathe 9&10 • Wednesday, 12th June - 12:30 PM at Cinema Pathe 3 • Saturday, 15th June - 5:30 PM at Cinema Pathe 3🌍 Join us on this remarkable journey and witness a cinematic experience that’s as unique as it is compelling. Don’t miss these unprecedented screenings. Let’s make history together!🎟️ See you in Annecy! Thank you for your support.#TheGlassworker #manoanimationstudios #usmanriaz #AnnecyFilmFestival #AnimationExcellence
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 02: Usmans Journey Usman Riaz 2024-05-31 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 01: The Dream Usman Riaz 2024-05-24 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
The Making of The Glassworker | Episode 06: Themes Usman Riaz 2024-05-24 | Dive into the extraordinary journey of Mano Animation Studios in the documentary series, “The Making of The Glassworker,” narrated by Director Usman Riaz. This 12-episode series offers a compelling look at the decade-long journey to create Pakistan’s first hand-drawn animated feature film. From the inception of Mano Animation Studios in Karachi to the international collaborations that shaped the project, each episode features insightful interviews with the team in Pakistan and abroad. Witness the challenges and triumphs of bringing traditional 2D animation to life in a place where such a dream seemed nearly impossible.Official website: www.manoanimationstudios.com____________________________________“The Making of The Glassworker”A Mano Animation Studios ProductionDirected by Usman RiazEdited by Yousaf Badarsen Usman Riaz Haider Sohail Mukhi Cinematography by Usman Riaz Yousaf Badarsen Syed Ali Reza Team Interviews conducted by Syed Ali Reza and CinematechPro© 2024 Glassworker LLC© Mano Animation Studios
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The Glassworker Annecy WIP 2022 - Full Presentation Usman Riaz 2022-07-12 | On June 15th 2022, Mano Animation Studios unveiled ‘The Glassworker’ at the Annecy. The Work in Progress at Annecy is a barometer for future standout awards and box office success. Watch Director Usman Riaz, Artistic Director Mariam Paracha, Producer Khizer Riaz and Executive Producer Manuel Cristobal (Wrinkles) talk through a detailed 75-minute showcase on ‘The Glassworker’ to industry professionals, moderated by Director Denis Walgenwitz (Persepolis).______________‘The Glassworker’ is a hand-drawn animated feature film directed by Usman Riaz and created by Mano Animation Studios. It is the first hand-drawn animated feature from Pakistan and will release in 2023. ‘The Glassworker’ is an original story about young Vincent and his father Tomas, who run the finest glass workshop in the country and find their lives upended by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival in their town of an army colonel and his young, talented violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son. Based in Karachi, Pakistan, Mano employs a select group of talented artists. The team has built a collaboration network that extends to Malaysia, Spain, the Philippines, Japan, Peru, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Chapters00:00:00 Annecy WIP Opening00:01:00 Mano Team Introductions00:03:00 THE DREAM00:05:33 Usman’s Journey 00:11:18 BUILDING A STUDIO00:19:34 Inside Mano Animation Studios 00:24:43 SCRIPT TO FILM00:26:49 STORYBOARDS00:31:01 THEMES00:34:20 The Glassworker Showreel 00:39:20 BUILDING A WORLD OF OUR OWN (ON OUR OWN)00:49:16 LIGHTS, CAMERA, ANIMATION!00:53:04 Shot Breakdown 00:55:23 Why? 00:57:33 Closing thoughts00:59:14 A word from the Producers01:02:05 Q&A Session For more information, please visit: http://www.manoanimationstudios.com'Blue Moon Waltz'; Written and conducted by Usman Riaz © Glassworker LLC 2022© Mano Animation Studios 2022
The Glassworker at Annecy 2022 Usman Riaz 2022-06-25 | In May 2022, France's Annecy International Animation Film Festival, the leading global get-together for all things animation has unveiled the lineup for this year's ‘Work in Progress’ categoryMano Animation Studios ‘The Glassworker’ joins the exclusive roster for the Work in Progress at Annecy 2022, a barometer for future standout awards and box office success. ‘Annecy Work in Progress’ is a 75 minute detailed showcase to industry professionals on Mano Animation Studios and ‘The Glassworker’.______________‘The Glassworker’ is a hand-drawn animated feature film directed by Usman Riaz and created by Mano Animation Studios. It is the first hand-drawn animated feature from Pakistan and will release in 2023. ‘The Glassworker’ is an original story about young Vincent and his father Tomas, who run the finest glass workshop in the country and find their lives upended by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival in their town of an army colonel and his young, talented violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son. Based in Karachi, Pakistan, Mano employs a select group of talented artists. The team has built a collaboration network that extends to Malaysia, the Philippines, Japan, Peru, Argentina, the United States, and the United Kingdom. For more information, please visit: http://www.manoanimationstudios.com'Friendship'; Written by Usman Riaz and Carmine Diflorio. Performed by Carmine Diflorio. © Glassworker LLC 2022© Mano Animation Studios 2022
The Glassworker Annecy WIP 2022 - Showreel Usman Riaz 2022-06-22 | Debuted at Annecy 2022 - 'The Glassworker' Work in Progress Showreel‘The Glassworker’ is a hand-drawn animated feature film directed by Usman Riaz and created by Mano Animation Studios. It is the first hand-drawn animated feature from Pakistan and will release in 2023. ‘The Glassworker’ is an original story about young Vincent and his father Tomas, who run the finest glass workshop in the country and find their lives upended by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival in their town of an army colonel and his young, talented violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son. Based in Karachi, Pakistan, Mano employs a select group of talented artists. The team has built a collaboration network that extends to Malaysia, the Philippines, Japan, Peru, Argentina, the United States, and the United Kingdom. For more information, please visit: http://www.manoanimationstudios.com'Blue Moon Waltz'; Written and conducted by Usman Riaz© Glassworker LLC 2022© Mano Animation Studios 2022
Inside the Studio: Behind the scenes of ‘The Glassworker’ Usman Riaz 2022-05-02 | ‘The Glassworker’ is a hand-drawn animated feature film directed by Usman Riaz and created by Mano Animation Studios. It is the first hand-drawn animated feature from Pakistan and will release in 2023. ‘The Glassworker’ is an original story about young Vincent and his father Tomas, who run the finest glass workshop in the country and find their lives upended by an impending war in which they want no part. The arrival in their town of an army colonel and his young, talented violinist daughter, Alliz, shakes their reality and tests the relationship between father and son. Based in Karachi, Pakistan, Mano employs a select group of talented artists. The team has built a collaboration network that extends to Malaysia, the Philippines, Japan, Peru, Argentina, the United States, and the United Kingdom. For more information, please visit: http://www.manoanimationstudios.comFootage shot and edited by Usman Riaz.'The Glassworker Suite'; Written by Carmine Diflorio and Usman Riaz© Glassworker LLC 2022© Mano Animation Studios 2022
About Mano Animation Studios Usman Riaz 2020-09-15 | Mano Animation Studios is Pakistan's first hand-drawn animation studio. Founded by the artist Usman Riaz, the team comprises upcoming creatives from Pakistan and Malaysia, with support from production executives in Japan and the United States.The studio is currently in production of its first animated feature film, 'The Glassworker'.For more information please visit: www.manoanimationstudios.com© Glassworker LLC 2020Excerpts from Usman Riaz's talk at TEDxKyoto 2018.
