The Glassworker

In a windswept coastal town on the brink of war, Vincent (Sacha Dhawan), the son of a gentle glassblower whose art captures the fragile beauty of light, meets Alliz (Anjli Mohindra), a gifted violinist and the daughter of a stern military colonel. As their friendship blossoms into first love, familial loyalties, social divides, and the threat of conflict converge to test their bond. Rendered in lush, hand-drawn animation, this poetic anti-war fable explores love, loss, and the courage to remain true to one’s craft as the world unravels.

The Glassworker is a visually stunning animated film that marks a historic milestone as Pakistan’s first full-length animated feature. Created by acclaimed director Usman Riaz and produced by Mano Animation Studios, the film blends traditional 2D artistry with deeply rooted South Asian storytelling. Every frame is meticulously crafted, drawing inspiration from classical animation houses while presenting a uniquely Pakistani aesthetic and narrative voice.

Years in the making, The Glassworker stands as a testament to the power of independent animation, cultural expression, and artistic resilience—a groundbreaking achievement that places Pakistan firmly on the global animation map. 

For ages 11 and up.