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Florence Miailhe's 'Papillon' Earns Oscar Nod for Human Rights

2/24/2026

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Florence Miailhe, a French animation director, received her first Oscar nomination for the short Papillon.
Papillon tells the story of Jewish swimmer Alfred Nakache, tracing memory and trauma from competition through World War II.
Miailhe emphasizes human rights in her work and reflects on contemporary discrimination.
Her technique involves painting live on glass to convey water's ever-changing nature.
The Oscars ceremony is set for March 15.

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Story summary

Florence Miailhe, a French animation director, received her first Oscar nomination for the short Papillon.
Papillon tells the story of Jewish swimmer Alfred Nakache, tracing memory and trauma from competition through World War II.
Miailhe emphasizes human rights in her work and reflects on contemporary discrimination.
Her technique involves painting live on glass to convey water's ever-changing nature.
The Oscars ceremony is set for March 15.