DAWN is a short animated film set in a fractured, neon-lit future where survival depends on speed, instinct, and sacrifice. In a world ruled by pursuit and control, a lone runner pushes forward through hostile corridors and collapsing spaces, driven by a goal that is never spoken aloud — only felt. The film unfolds through stark contrasts: moments of frantic movement against sudden stillness, glowing city lights against emptiness, and power against vulnerability. As the chase intensifies, DAWN quietly shifts its focus from action to emotion, revealing the cost of resistance in a world where winning often means losing something human along the way. Film Information: • Genre: Animation, Drama, Sci-Fi • Production Year: 2023 • Country of Production: United Kingdom • Runtime: 2 minutes 4 seconds • Logline: In a hostile futuristic city, a lone figure races through danger, driven by a purpose that may cost more than survival. • Synopsis: Trapped in a relentless pursuit, the protagonist navigates a collapsing cyber world ruled by dark forces. As the chase escalates, the film reveals a deeper emotional struggle — one shaped by fear, resistance, and the quiet weight of what must be left behind to keep moving forward. Credits: • Director: Hanwen Li, Jiajing Huang • Animator: Hanwen Li, Jiajing Huang • Music: Geoffrey Harper • 3D Modelling: Muqing Liang • Edit: Hanwen Li