Oscar nominee Alexei Kharitidi graduated from the Advanced Institute For Scriptwriters & Film Directors in Moscow, the very best school for filmmakers in Russia. His short animated films have participated in and won prizes at many prestigious festivals including Cannes, Annecy, Hiroshima, Ottawa, and his film "Gagarin" won the GOLDEN PALM in short film competition in Cannes in 1995 and was nominated for an Academy Award in 1996.
alexei kharitidi, director
Alexei's unique style of humour and understanding of human nature provokes an emotional response in the viewer. His films make you feel, and they make you laugh. Now based in Montreal, his years of experience working in commercials has made him a conscientious and respected director.
"Gagarin" Golden Palm Award, Cannes 1995
"Once By The Blue Sea"
"The Alpine Triangle"
"Everybody Loves Beer"
"Walking" & "Soccer" KitKat campaign series
"Credit Card" & "Bumpy Road" Canadian Tire campaigneseries
