The Manifestival presents a Screening of “Interface” with Umami

The Manifestival at Paradise Factory Theatre presents an intimate screening of “Interface” - the 24 part web series turned 2 hour animated sci-fi epic with over 1 million hits on YouTube. The event includes an in-person appearance by Tomchuk and a post-screening conversation, offering audiences a rare look into the creative process behind this singular work.

A surreal animation that explores the journey of Henryk, a man who doesn't age, and Mischief, a shapeshifting creature, as they uncover Henryk's haunting past.
“Takes a daring step between arthouse film and bizarre animation.” — CFF Review
“Deeply explores humanity’s place in a digital world, filled with absurd humor and stunning animation.” — Kyle Logan, Cultured Vultures
Director Justin Tomchuk is a multi-disciplinary artist from Halifax, Nova Scotia, now based in Montreal. With a background in film production and animation, Justin has built a successful career through his YouTube animation channels and creative ventures.
INTERFACE has screened at L'Éstrange Festival (France 2024) (introduction by Flying Lotus), Phenomena Festival (Brazil 2023), Horsetooth Fest (USA 2023), Kaboom Animation Festival (Netherlands 2023), TAAFI Toronto (Canada 2023), and many more.

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Paradise Factory Theater, 64 East 4th Street, New York, United States

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