When Life Departs

When Life Departs (original title: Når livet går sin vej) is a 1997 animated short film directed by Stefan Fjeldmark and Karsten Kiilerich. The film illustrates the various thoughts children have about death. The animation was produced at the A. Film A/S headquarters in Tallinn, Estonia, with lead animators Ando Tammik and Meelis Arulepp. It was included in the Animation Show of Shows.

Awards and nominations

• 1999 Nominated Oscar, Best Short Film, Animated
• 1998 World Animation Celebration, UNICEF Award
• 1997 Corto Imola Festival, Best International Film

See also

• Animated documentary

External links

• When Life Departs at the Internet Movie Database
• When Life Departs at the AWN Oscar Showcase