Forevergreen | Academy Award-Nominated Animated Short Film

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:01:55 +0000

Nominated for the Academy Award® for Best Animated Short Film.

Forevergreen is a heartfelt animated short film about an orphaned bear cub who finds a home with a fatherly evergreen tree. Their peaceful bond is tested when the cub’s hunger for trash leads him into danger.

Created as an after-hours passion project, Forevergreen was brought to life by more than 200 dedicated artists and technicians who donated their free time and talent to craft every frame. The production took over 5 years to complete, combining handmade artistry, innovative animation techniques, heart, humor, and emotional storytelling.

Directed by Nathan Engelhardt and Jeremy Spears, Forevergreen is a touching story about family, survival, nature, and the unexpected places we find home.

Follow Forevergreen:
Instagram: /forevergreen_short_film
Website: https://forevergreenfilm.com/

Soundtrack by Small Voice Music: