Tears of the Sky

At the eternal moment before a meteor strike, civilizations confront their possible end, questioning whether it's real or an illusion of destruction.

This short film is an imagination of the cycles of existence, the impermanence of life, and the eternal legacy of civilization. Set against the backdrop of a serene, eternal lake, the narrative follows the dramatic approach of a meteorite. As time freezes at the last moment before impact, the surrounding landscape shifts through different eras, flashing through various possibilities of civilization intertwined with surreal, apocalyptic visions.

Directors: Xi Wang, Yufan Xie
Artist/Designer: Zao Song, Xiaotong Wen
Support Received from: Mu Lei, Yetong Xin