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Oto's Planet

Gwenael FRANÇOIS|Luxembourg, Canada, France|2024|28min |6DoF Interactive Content |English, French

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Synopsis

Oto's Planet follows the peaceful life of Oto, who loves nothing more than lounging in his hammock and enjoying the fruits of the single tree on his tiny planet. His tranquility is shattered when Exo, a hyperactive and cumbersome cosmonaut, crash-lands in a small spacecraft. The ensuing attempts at communication and cohabitation between these two unlikely roommates are fraught with difficulty.

Director

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Gwenael FRANÇOIS

Gwenael François is a visionary French director and producer based in Luxembourg. As a key creative force at Skill Lab, he crafts captivating stories that seamlessly merge artistry with technology. His portfolio spans short films and music videos, each a testament to his innovative storytelling.
Since embracing virtual reality in 2020, Gwenael has pushed the boundaries of interactive experiences with groundbreaking works like Oto’s Planet (Special Jury Prize, Venice International Film Festival 2024; Reflet d’Or, GIFF 2024), Errances (FIVARS 2023, SIGGRAPH 2023), and his current project, Tachychronia.
With a passion for global collaboration and a relentless drive for innovation, Gwenael François continues to reimagine the possibilities of immersive storytelling, leaving an indelible mark on the intersection of creativity and technology.

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Producer
Skill Lab - Dpt. - Small Creative
Writer
Gwenael FRANÇOIS
Cinematographer
Animation: Zeilt Studios
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