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Susanne Bækby Olesen
Independant Filmmaker and Animator
- Member of JSA since 2010
BA of Arts in Character Animation
The Animation Workshop, Viborg 2008
Susanne Bækby Olesen specialises in animation and art direction. Based in Bristol she has provided work for a number of international animation studios, such as Cartoon Saloon - Ireland, Cappechino Animation - South Africa, A Productions Ltd - UK, Markfilm Aps.- Denmark.
Susanne is currently working on a short film called "Skål Viola!" or in English: Cheers Viola! A 6 mins. 2D animated film.
'SKAL VIOLA!' is about Viola, an impressionable young girl growing up with an abusive, alcoholic father. She seeks refuge in her teddy bear, Sebastian, bringing him to life in her imaginary world. However, this imaginary world only serves as a temporary escape from her father's drunken behaviour.
The movie deals with the complex, far-reaching issues relating to alcohol/ism, specifically how it affects family units, interpersonal relationships and self-esteem, from the unique viewpoint of a child. "This film is meant to be a part of the discussion with the children, a tool for social workers and an eye opener to parents."