In this surrealist 2D animated film, a wounded heart encases itself in a protective shell and retreats into the depths of its own reflections, confronting themes of vulnerability, self-protection, and the difficult challenge of opening up.

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Heartshell (2026)

Retreat. Reflect. Reconnect.

October 16, 2026 2 min

AnimationDramaRomance

Director: Ignacio Mazuecos  ·  Writer: Ignacio Mazuecos

In this surrealist 2D animated film, a wounded heart encases itself in a protective shell and retreats into the depths of its own reflections, confronting themes of vulnerability, self-protection, and the difficult challenge of opening up.

Director

Ignacio Mazuecos Ignacio Mazuecos