2026

Papaya

Almost gobbled up by a large bird, a tiny papaya seed is swept away from her loving mother tree. A grand odyssey awaits, as she sprouts legs and explores the jungle and the factories that lie beyond in this wonderfully inventive escapade that will speak to the whole family despite being dialogue-free.

Director

Priscilla Kellen

Runtime

75 Minutes

Country

Brazil

Classification

All Ages

The world opens wide for a teeny papaya seed when a brush with near-death sees it scattered from the fruit tree that’s all it has ever known.

Refusing to put down roots, the rebellious nipper is instead transfixed by the birds, bees and other bugs that take flight. Determined to soar, she’ll face everything from inclement weather to mycelial mushrooms and a thoroughly cranky scorpion as she sets out on an unforgettable journey.

Kellen’s cute and colourful characters will captivate the kids while grown-ups will glide along on a journey that flies free from dialogue. Tap your toes to a jolly woodwind as the Berlinale lauded Papaya whisks your family from Adelaide to the teeming Amazon, teaching kids to care for their planet and one another.

“One of the most moving pieces of animation in a long time. With an original premise and art style, this should be seen by people of all ages.”

Loud and Clear

“Vibrant … There are scrapes and bumps along the way but there's always a sense that, come what may, Papaya will blossom eventually.”

Eye For Film

Berlin

Karlovy Vary

Fantasia

Film Credits

Director

Priscilla Kellen

Year

2026

Country

Brazil

Language

No Dialogue

Type

Feature Animation

Program Strand

AFF Youth

Producer

Letícia Friedrich, Lourenço Sant’Anna & Alê Abreu & Priscilla Kellen

Writer

Fernanda Tovar

Cast

Tulipa Ruiz

Music

Talita Del Collado

Film Source

Best Friend Forever

Genre

Adventure, Animation & Children & Educational

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