Seeing MoPA graduation films on Disney+ marks a significant milestone for French animation. Long reserved for festivals and professional juries, these student short films are now accessible on an international public platform. This is a tangible recognition of the artistic and narrative level achieved by MoPA graduates, and a unique opportunity for the public to discover new talents. Three films are currently available: Après Papi, The Green Bird, and Après la pluie. Distinct, sensitive, and demanding works that perfectly illustrate the school's educational and creative expertise.
Three MoPA Films to Discover Now on Disney+
These animation short films from MoPA's film school were created as graduation projects. They meet the professional standards of the industry: writing, direction, animation, original music, and artistic direction. Their arrival on Disney+ allows a wider audience to discover strong universes, driven by controlled storytelling.
Après Papi
Directed by Swann Valenza, Florian Gomes Freitas, Juliette Michel, Victoria Leviaux, and Axel Sence, Après Papi explores memory and transmission through an intimate perspective. The original music by Nans de Jesus accompanies a sensitive narrative, where animation becomes a full emotional language.
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The Green Bird
Directed by Quentin Dubois, Maximilien Bougeois, Irina Nguyen Duc, Marine Goalard, and Pierre Perveyrie, The Green Bird stands out with a strong graphic identity and powerful symbolism. The film illustrates the ability of MoPA students to create cohesive and expressive worlds, designed for cinema and platforms.
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Après la pluie
Directed by Rebecca Black, Céline Collin, Valérian Desterne, Lucile Palomino, Carlos Osmar Salazar Tornero, Juan Pablo De La Rosa-Zalamea, and Juan Olarte Zuñiga, Après la pluie offers a poetic reflection on rebuilding. The original music by Nicolas Cornil enhances the contemplative atmosphere of the film.
Why These MoPA Films Belong on Disney+
The integration of MoPA graduation films on Disney+ is no accident. It reflects the evolution of the animation industry, where platforms seek innovative short formats and new artistic signatures.
A Pedagogy Focused on Professional Standards
At MoPA, each graduation film is created as a studio production. Students work in structured teams with defined roles (directing, animation, layout, compositing, sound design). The goal is to produce a film that can be showcased at festivals—and now, on major platforms.
Strong and Identifiable Narrative Universes
These three films share one thing in common: a clear author’s vision. They demonstrate that student animation can:
Tell mature and universal stories
Explore unique aesthetics
Reach an audience well beyond the academic world
From Short Films to Advertising
MoPA graduates' careers don't just stop at animated films. Maximilien Bougeois, co-director of The Green Bird, also worked as a character designer on the recent Intermarché commercial featuring the "misunderstood wolf".
This campaign was widely successful, confirming the ability of MoPA alumni to contribute to high-visibility projects.
Read more: Complete analysis on the MoPA website
What this demonstrates
A broad skillset across cinema, series, and advertising
Quick professional integration into studios and agencies
Recognition of the MoPA style by major brands
1. Which MoPA graduation films are available on Disney+?
Three MoPA animation films are currently available on Disney+: Après Papi, The Green Bird, and Après la pluie.
These short films were made as graduation projects and selected for their artistic and narrative quality.
2. Why does Disney+ feature MoPA student films?
Disney+ seeks original and innovative content. MoPA films meet these expectations with their professional level.
They offer short, visually strong narratives suited for new distribution platforms.
3. Does MoPA only teach animation for cinema?
No, MoPA offers training for animation in cinema, series, and advertising.
Alumni paths, such as in the Intermarché campaign, prove this.
4. How can I join MoPA to make films like these?
The school offers specialized training in 3D animation and cinema animation.
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The arrival of MoPA graduation films on Disney+ showcases the recognition of the talent of the graduates and the educational rigor of the school. Après Papi, The Green Bird, and Après la pluie demonstrate that student animation can reach international distribution levels.
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