Zoo

Directed by Tariq Rimawi

2024

Animation

8 min

Germany

Black and white

Synopsis

Wandering through the Worst Zoo in the World, a young boy is looking for his football. The loner finds more than that when he encounters the little tiger, who follows him on his quest to find a safe place to play. Against all odds, they become friends. But the remnants of war harbor danger.

Story Topics Friendship Childhood War Human rights Death Trauma Violence

Festivals

2025

Kaboom Animation Festival

2024

Malta Short Film Festival | Short Film • Best Sound Design
Baghdad Film Festival • Special Mention

2023

Beirut Short Film Festival | • Best Animation Award
Olympia International Film Festival for Children and Young People | Children’s Juries over 13 years old • Best Animation Award