This victory marks an extraordinary milestone for the University, extending its streak to five consecutive years of accolades at the festival. Graduate animations from AUB have consistently claimed either the Student Award or Audience Award at the event.
Described by festival judges as an ‘expressive ballet animation’, On Point distinguished itself within a competitive field during the festival’s landmark 30th anniversary edition. The event attracted its largest crowd to date, necessitating the opening of balcony seating at The Mowlem in Swanage to accommodate the influx of film enthusiasts and industry professionals.
“"We are extremely proud of our 2026 graduates and delighted to see On Point recognised with the David Holman Prize."
“"Winning an award at Purbeck for the fifth consecutive year is a testament to the remarkable talent, hard work, and creativity of our students, as well as the ongoing dedication of the course team. A huge thank you to the festival for celebrating their fantastic work."
The annual Purbeck Short Film Competition is a key component of the broader Purbeck Film Festival, dedicated to celebrating creative filmmaking excellence across live action, documentary, and animated shorts.
