After a heartbreaking loss, a grandfather struggling to reclaim his passion for painting finds the inspiration to create again.
Canvas (2020) is a animation, family and drama film directed by Frank E. Abney III, released on October 29, 2020 with a runtime of 9m. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 186 ratings.
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Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 186 ratings.
Inspired by Frank's personal loss, Canvas is a powerful short film that explores grief, healing, and rediscovery of purpose through the story of a grandfather who loses his passion for painting after his wife's death. Despite having no dialogue, the film conveys deep emotions through expressive animation, melancholic tones, and a moving score. Its message about embracing loss rather than avoiding it makes Canvas a…
Reviewed on September 29, 2025
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Canvas was released on October 29, 2020 and runs for 9m.
Canvas (2020) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 186 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy animation, family and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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