Cloudsea Stars

Silent fatherly love transforms an extraordinary child.

Student

Wan Chenxi

Field

Animation

Format

2D animation

Running time

03:26

Genre

family drama

Aspect ratio

16:9

Exhibition

2025 Graduation Exhibition 「New Game+」

Synopsis

Autistic boy Zixuan is mocked for failing at pull-ups. His father, undergoing chemotherapy, installs a pull-up bar at home and helps him train. Though weakened, the father keeps smiling. Zixuan slowly improves, and their silent love quietly shines through.

Artist's intent

This work tells the story of an autistic boy and his ailing father, portraying the silent yet profound power of fatherly love and family bonds. It aims to convey the meaning of persistence and growth, calling for greater understanding and care, and reflecting the purest form of support and companionship within family. At the same time, it hopes to promote respect for the autistic community.

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