Best of SCHLiNGEL Shorts

Recommended for ages 4 and up | No dialogue | Total running time: approx. 44 minutes

A lovingly curated selection of award-winning and internationally acclaimed short films for young audiences. These imaginative stories unfold without words and captivate viewers through stunning visuals, humour, and heartwarming adventures.

Writing Home

A young female bark beetle loses her home in a forest fire and becomes separated from her family. As she journeys through the human world, she learns to face new challenges with courage and never lose hope. 
Director: Eva Matějovičová
Country: Czech Republic
Year: 2024
Running Time: 12 min.

Master Painter iiiiiiiif

The creative octopus iiiiiiiif loves painting with ink in his studio. But when the lights suddenly go out, his world is turned upside down and he must find new ways to express his creativity. 

Director: Uli Seis
Country: Germany
Year: 2025
Running Time: 2 min.
 

Wolfie

An illustrator strives for perfection. When an ink blot unexpectedly brings a little wolf to life, she discovers that mistakes can sometimes lead to the most wonderful surprises. 

Director: Philippe Kastner
Country: Czech Republic
Year: 2025
Running Time: 13 min.
 

House Trap

When a mouse steals the final piece of a puzzle, a chaotic chase begins that ultimately brings a family closer together. A humorous story about togetherness and teamwork. 

Director: George Hampshire
Country: Netherlands
Year: 2024
Running Time: 2 min.
 

The Little One and the Giant 

A small rodent wanders through what seems to be a deserted world in search of life. Along the way, it encounters a giant and learns that friendship often appears where it is least expected. 

Director: Isabela Costa
Countries: France, Brazil
Year: 2025
Running Time: 9 min.

First Flight 

Three young birds are about to take their very first flight. But when a group of frogs starts an unexpected show of its own, the big moment turns into a lively and hilarious adventure. 

Director: Adrián Jaffé
Country: Germany
Year: 2025
Running Time: 3 min.

Pingu & Bear 

Pingu and Bear share a big dream: they want to fly. Together, the two friends embark on a fast-paced adventure where friendship, courage, and teamwork take centre stage. 

Director: Kai Oppermann
Country: Germany
Year: 2025
Running Time: 3 min.