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SJSFF 2026

Saba

Best Animation 2026 Animation 2026 9 mins USA

Directed by Liron Topaz

In an abstract and symbolic world where gravity is reversed, a unique bond forms between a grandfather and his grandson. As Saba, the grandfather guides the boy through this surreal reality, a violent storm strikes, tearing one of the ropes anchoring their home - and with it, their life together.

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Winner, Best Animation 2026, San Jose International Short Film Festival

About Saba

Saba is a 9-minute animated short film from the USA directed by Liron Topaz. It screened at the 2026 San Jose International Short Film Festival in the “Return of the Ink & Paint Club” program and won Best Animation.

Director
Liron Topaz
Program
Return of the Ink & Paint Club
Award
Winner, Best Animation 2026
Country
USA
Run time
9 mins
Genre
Animation

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