“Tracks AKA, The Journey of Life” is a beautifully crafted 2D animated short film created by Jin Fang at the Savannah College of Art and Design in 2015. The film tells the quiet yet powerful story of a girl reflecting on her memories, symbolized through footprints that fade and reappear — representing the path we walk and the moments we leave behind. With stunning visuals and delicate storytelling, "Tracks" captures the bittersweet passage of time and the emotions tied to nostalgia, loss, and remembrance. It’s a gentle reminder that every step we take shapes who we are and where we’re heading.
Film Information:
• Title: Tracks
• Runtime: 2 min 56 sec
• Genre: Animation, Drama
• Production Year: 2015
• Country of Production: United States
• Logline: The film captures the bittersweet passage of time and the emotions tied to nostalgia, loss, and remembrance. It’s a gentle reminder that every step we take shapes who we are and where we’re heading.
Credits:
• Directed by Jin Fang
• Character Animation: Sophia Yu, Jin Fang, Abigail Davies, Harley Huang
• Effects Animation: Samantha Duckworth
• Sound Supervisor: Annalisa Cuano
• Sound Re-recording Mixer: Thomas Jackson
• Additional Recording: Matt Harris
• Music: Ludwig van Beethoven – Piano Sonata No. 8, Op. 13 "Pathétique", II: Adagio cantabile (performed by Jin Fang)