John and Karen
New York Premiere

John and Karen

Shorts in Competition: Narrative
| U.K. | 4 MINUTES | English
Animation
Karen the penguin is not pleased to see John the polar bear on her doorstep. He said some things last night that put her in a sour mood, but he's had some time to think about it and hopes his apology will appease her. Some tea and biscuits wouldn't hurt either.

Cast & Credits
Directed by
Matthew Walker
Matthew Walker (b. London) is a writer, director, and animator based in Bristol. After completing a foundation course at Falmouth College of Art and Design, he studied animation at the University of Wales Newport, where he made his graduation film, Astronauts, which went on to win 10 awards, including best student film at the British Animation Awards.
Screenwriter
Matthew Walker
Producer
Sarah Cox
Principal Cast
James Bachman, Emma Cunniffe
Editor
Ben Lole
Animation
Matthew Walker, Pauline Pinson, Helene Friren
Sound Design
Oliver Davis

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