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Goethe-Institut

Discovery Award
By Rolls-Royce
2025

Honors the film that makes an outstanding effort to promote learning about science to the general public. The film generates interest and enthusiasm for science and knowledge acquisition. It showcases an exemplary balance between education and entertainment.
 

Discovery Award By Rolls-Royce © Rolls-Royce

 

Discovery Award
By Rolls-Royce

SuperScientists - Origins

The jury awarded this film for its inventive way of introducing scientific discovery through narrative adventure. By placing a young protagonist at the center of the story and blending animation with real scientific context, the film transforms complex research into an accessible and engaging journey. Science is presented as dynamic and exploratory, driven by curiosity, teamwork, and unexpected encounters. The transition from fictional storytelling to a real scientist reflecting on their work reinforces the connection between imagination and real-world research. Jurors highlighted the film’s strong reception among young audiences and its ability to spark interest beyond the screen. By combining excitement with credibility, the film invites viewers to see science not as distant or intimidating, but as something alive, relevant, and open to exploration.       

  • Categories Family Edutainment

  • Produced by Justin Yarrow, The Hidden Hand Studios (THHS)
  • Running Time 12:22 minutes
  • Country South Africa
  • Year 2024

Director Details

Ross Lelliott