The Route
Awards
Nominations
Driving into Darkness: Confronting the Truth
Plot
In the shadow of a dystopian landscape, a truck driver finds himself trapped in a grim and harrowing existence—his job is to transport condemned souls to their final reckoning before the firing squad. At first, he grapples with a growing sense of dread, choosing to shield himself from the horrific reality by numbing his senses to the ghastly scenes and chilling sounds that surround him. But as fate would have it, one ominous night changes everything, compelling him to face the horrifying truth of the executions he has tried so desperately to ignore.
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“The Route” Selected for Prestigious Grand Competition at Animafest Zagreb
The animated short film The Route, distributed by Raft Film Company, has been selected to compete in the Grand Competition – Short Film category at the esteemed Animafest Zagreb. Directed by Babak Beigi, the film explores the psychological turmoil of a truck driver who must confront the horrifying reality of his duty. The selection at Animafest, one of the world’s oldest and most respected animation festivals, marks a significant achievement for the film and its creative team.
Writing Credits:
Babak Beigi
Produced by:
Raha Zandiyeh
Pooria Khalaj Tehrani
Babak Beigi
Editor
Animator
Character Designer
Compositor
Storyboard Artist:
Babak Beigi
Background Painter:
Denag Malekian
Sound designer:
Zohreh Aliakbari
Music:
Tohid Foruzan