Christopher & the Bug
Christopher and the Bug is a heartwarming short film about a reclusive owl whose peaceful solitude is disrupted when a tiny bug unknowingly moves into his home. Determined to get rid of the uninvited guest, the owl embarks on a series of comical yet misguided attempts to reclaim his space. However, as their paths intertwine, he discovers the transformative power of friendship, empathy, and inclusion. This charming tale, designed to resonate with audiences of all ages, reminds us to embrace differences and find connection in unexpected places.
OFFICIAL SELECTION
Focus Wales
2025
FOCUS Wales is an international showcase festival taking place in multiple venues across the city of Wrexham, North Wales.
The festival places the music and film industry spotlight firmly on the emerging talent that Wales has to offer the world, alongside a selection of the best talent from across the globe.
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NorthWest FilmFest 2025
Northwestfest is an annual film festival in Edmonton, Alberta, which programs a lineup of documentary films.
This film festival is the longest running documentary film festival in Canada.
It was rebranded as the Global Visions Film Festival in 1998, and then adopted its current name in 2015.
Christopher & the Bug is thrilled to be having its Canadian premiere as it precedes the film, THE SNAKE AND THE WHALE.
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Philadelphia Independent Film Festival
2025
OFFICIAL SELECTION
Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival
2025
Christopher & the Bug is thrilled to be an Official Selection for TINFF which celebrates diversity and inclusion through film, using the TINFF platform to present a creative space for Canadian and international films.
TINFF is also an IMDb and Telefilm Canada Qualifying Film Festival and is supported by the City of Brampton, Ontario Creates, Canadian Heritage, and the Canada Media Fund, among others.
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ARFF Paris //
International Film Festival
2025
The short film "Christopher &
the Bug" was selected for the
short animated film category of the Around International Film Festival ARFF International // Monthly Edition.
ARFF International Editions have two phases of the elimination system: Monthly & Annual. Christopher is proud to have been recognized with this special honour and looks forward to the announcements for annual selection.
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HollyShorts Screenplay Competition
2025
The screenplay "Christopher & the Bug" written by Vanessa Esteves, was a 2nd place winner a the 2020 Hollyshorts Film Festival screenplay competition.
The HollyShorts Film Festival is an Oscar®-Qualifying short film festival based in Los Angeles. Since its establishment in 2005, HollyShorts has grown into a premier platform for independent filmmakers worldwide. As an Academy Awards-qualifying festival in four categories, HollyShorts presents a diverse selection of innovative short films across various genres.
A short animated film from Canada that explores the transformative power of friendship and acceptance.
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Meet the Team
Christopher & the Bug was made by a small but mighty group of storytellers, each bringing the magic of their discipline to the project to help bring the tale to life.
