Short Film

CITY OF LIGHT

SiftCine selected 2026

Forced out of their community, a father and son cross a world scarred by invasion. A monument from the boy’s recurring visions draws them onward, testing the trust that still holds them together.

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About this film

Forced out of their community, a father and son cross a world scarred by invasion. A monument from the boy’s recurring visions draws them onward, testing the trust that still holds them together.

Synopsis

Forced to leave their community, Ray and his father Eli travel through a world devastated by invasion. Ray’s recurring visions of an angel monument offer a possible destination, while the journey puts their trust in one another to the test.

Themes

  • Parenthood and protection
  • Trust under pressure
  • Hope after catastrophe
  • Visions and uncertainty

AI Production

Created by Jean Raymond as a solo AI film using Seedance 2.5.

Additional Credits

  • Creator: Jean Raymond
Creator
Jean Raymond
Format
Short Film
Released
2026
Genres
Apocalyptic, Drama, Science Fiction
Selection
Human curated