Grim & Gran

Gina Guan

duration: 5:51min

Medium: 2D Digital Animation

Role: Director, Animator


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LogLine

The Grim Reaper forms an unexpected friendship with a  grandma, and as they spend time together, the Grim Reaper learns to appreciate life and to accept loss.

Artist Statement

Going through loss is an inevitable experience. It’s something that everyone goes through and something we can’t really control. In those instances, it can feel like we’re completely helpless to what’s happening around us. I wanted Grim & Gran to be a film that touches on this topic, reminding everyone that it’s ok to grieve,  while also expressing this feeling alongside moments of joy and humour. This film serves as a reminder to cherish those small moments, because it’s those moments that we hold onto long after they’ve passed. 

Project Stills

Gina Guan

Gina Guan is a Chinese-Canadian animator based in Vancouver, BC Canada. She’s always had a love for art and creativity, leading her to study 2D-Experimental animation at Emily Carr University of Art + Design and get her bachelors degree in Media Arts. Her work is mostly playful and humorous, bringing characters to life with charm and personality. She’s excited to continue developing her career in the animation industry, especially in character animation, colour/lighting design and art direction.

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