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Apply“The day I licked a pebble” among the Finalists of the BAFTA Student Awards
The graduation film “The day I licked a pebble”, created by MoPA graduates, has reached a new milestone in its international journey. On June 22, 2026, the team learned that the short film had been selected as a finalist for the 2026 BAFTA Student Awards, one of the most prestigious distinctions for emerging talents in film and animation.
This selection places the film among the most outstanding student projects of the year and once again highlights the international recognition of the expertise and talent of MoPA students.
Among the 3 Finalists of the 2026 BAFTA Student Awards
The BAFTA Student Awards are among the most prestigious student awards in the world in the fields of film, audiovisual production and animation. Every year, hundreds of films are submitted by more than 600 universities and schools worldwide.
In this highly competitive context, “The day I licked a pebble” continues its remarkable journey by reaching the final selection in the ANIMATION category. After being included among the 9 films shortlisted in the official longlist, the short film is now one of the 3 global finalists selected by BAFTA.
This finalist nomination represents a major achievement for the film’s team and for all the students involved in its production. It places the project among the most outstanding student animation productions in the world.
Key figures to remember:
- More than 600 participating universities and schools worldwide
- Hundreds of films in competition
- 9 films selected for the ANIMATION category longlist
- 3 global finalists selected by BAFTA
- An awards ceremony taking place in Los Angeles on July 17, 2026
A Graduation Film Continuing Its International Journey
This BAFTA Student Awards finalist nomination is part of an already remarkable journey for “The day I licked a pebble”. Just a few weeks earlier, the short film had also been selected for the official competition of the Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2026, widely regarded as the world’s leading animation event.
These distinctions highlight both the artistic and technical quality of the project, as well as the collective work carried out by the students during their final year at MoPA.
Produced as part of the school’s 3D Animation program, this graduation film joins the long list of MoPA student productions that have gained recognition at international festivals.
Discover the film’s selection at the Annecy Festival
See You in Los Angeles for the BAFTA Ceremony
On June 22, 2026, BAFTA announced the three finalists in the ANIMATION category, including “The day I licked a pebble”.
This selection allows several members of the team to travel to Los Angeles on July 17, 2026 to attend the official BAFTA Student Awards ceremony, during which the winner of the category will be revealed.
Beyond the prestige of the event, being present in Los Angeles represents a unique opportunity to meet industry professionals, expand international networks, and showcase the work created at MoPA to major players in the animation industry.
Discover the Film and Its Making Of
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This 2026 BAFTA Student Awards finalist nomination marks another major milestone in the journey of “The day I licked a pebble” and highlights the excellence of the productions created by MoPA students. The next step is the ceremony on July 17 in Los Angeles, where the winner of the ANIMATION category will be announced.
