Filmmaker Sandra Schießl recreates experiences of the Jewish ghettos through imaginative animation and design. Chika the dog and the five-year old Mikasch live in a Jewish ghetto in an unnamed Polish city. The little dog helps Mikasch to develop as a child despite his circumstances. Follow at @sfjewishfilm

Chika the Dog in the Ghetto

Art is the beating heart of filmmaking, uniting a diverse ensemble of individuals, each contributing their unique artistic prowess to craft unforgettable cinematic experiences. From directors to cinematographers, writers to set designers, everyone involved in the filmmaking process is an artist in their own right. It is the collaborative synergy of these creative minds that gives birth to movies that inspire, provoke laughter, elicit tears, and stimulate thought. The artistry in film is evident not only in the final product but also in the seamless coordination of talents working cohesively as a team. It is this collective artistic expression that breathes life into storytelling on the silver screen, making cinema a powerful medium that resonates with audiences on emotional, intellectual, and visual levels.

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Chika the Dog in the Ghetto

Chika the Dog in the Ghetto