Animation
2026 Festival
1 Nomination

The Family Photo

When a family photo left on the Moon is discovered by visitors from beyond Earth, a chain of unexpected connections begins to unfold.

Runtime: 08:48 Genres: , ,

Synopsis

The Family Photo begins on the Moon, where a human astronaut leaves behind a small, personal image from home. Years later, the silent surface becomes an unexpected meeting place as visitors from far beyond Earth arrive one by one. Each new arrival encounters what has been left behind and responds in their own way, adding to a growing collection of traces that reflect who has come before. As time passes, the Moon becomes a shared space shaped by curiosity, connection, and quiet exchange. Through gentle repetition and visual storytelling, the film explores how a single, ordinary gesture can ripple outward, linking strangers across vast distances. Playful and reflective, The Family Photo considers legacy, communication, and the universal desire to be remembered.

Cast & Crew

Directed by
John Norris Ray
Maria Victoria Sanchez
Produced by
John Norris Ray
Written by
John Norris Ray

Film Details

Category
Animation
Project Type
Short
Runtime
08:48
Genre(s)
Animation, Fantasy, SciFi
Language
English
Completion Year
2025

Production Details

Country of Origin
United States
Country of Filming
United States
Shooting Format
3D Animation
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Film Color
Color

Creator / Status

First-time Filmmaker
No
Student Project
No

Festival & Release

Festival Edition
2026
UK Premiere
No

Awards / Nominations

Nomination
Best Animation
The Family Photo
2026

Screening took place

UK (GMT) Time
APR
18
Session No.
1
Session Started
10:00
Played at
10:26
Session Finished
11:45