Ruby Gillman, Teenage Kraken

• Animation
• Family
• Fantasy
• Comedy

Ruby Gillman navigates the familiar anxieties of high school – fitting in, first crushes, and prom – unexpectedly complicated by a startling family secret: she's descended from kraken royalty. This animated fantasy comedy distinguishes itself by flipping typical mermaid lore, presenting krakens as protectors of the ocean against a visually striking, aggressively vain mermaid society. Ruby’s transformation isn’t a graceful acceptance of destiny, but a chaotic collision between teenage awkwardness and monstrous power, leading to humorous and heartwarming moments as she learns to embrace her true, tentacled self while defying expectations of both her human peers and her formidable grandmother. The film explores themes of heritage, self-acceptance, and challenging pre-conceived notions of beauty and strength, all set against a vibrant coastal town increasingly threatened by underwater conflict.