Dad = (not) Bad (2026)

Alias is a small figure who dares to ask big questions. He is brought to life by a boy using scissors, glue and a lot of imagination. The boy wants to tell his story, but without others knowing who he is. His dad did something wrong and is in prison. Together, Alias and the boy go in search of answers. Is dad bad? Is feeling sorry enough? And when will dad come home?

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CREDITS

directed by Petronella Van Der Hallen

cinematography Jonathan Wannyn

animation Zwendel Studio, Emmy Storm

editing Febe Simoens

composer Alejandro Rivas Cottle

sound design Gillis Van Der Wee

funded by Vlaams Audiovisueel Fonds, VRT Ketnet

distribution JEF

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