Isle of Gods

A 3D Short Animated Film Inspired by Irish Mythology

Isle of Gods follows the arrival of the Tuatha Dé Danann to ancient Ireland, and the betrayal of the young god of skills, Lugh, by the machiavellian Brés the Beautiful, as he seeks to steer their wise King Nuada toward war with the Firbolg. But the Goddess of fate has other plans, drawing Lugh away from all he has known and toward a wild, untamed island he must now call home.

After washing ashore, Lugh wakes on a quiet, unfamiliar coast. What follows is not a linear journey, but fragments of memory surfacing like tides — moments of battle, loss, and something long buried beneath the sea. Reality and recollection begin to blur as the past reclaims him. In a world that has moved on, memory is the only thing that remains… and it does not let go.

Marina Griffin Bio

Hi, I am Marina Griffin, a final-year animation student with a passion for environmental design, lighting, and cinematic storytelling. I enjoy creating atmospheric 3D worlds that feel immersive and help guide the emotional tone of a story. In Isle of Gods, I focused on building the landscapes and visual atmosphere of the film. Outside of animation, I love reading, working with traditional art, photography, collecting visual references and exploring natural landscapes that inspire my work. I also have a strong interest in filmmaking and postproduction, especially how editing, sound, and visual atmosphere come together to shape a story.

Sean Murray Bio

An aspiring 3D Generalist and illustrative artist with a passion for animation and gaming, focused on bringing imaginative ideas to life through both 2D and 3D mediums. Skilled in crafting detailed visuals, from expressive illustrations to fully realized 3D assets, I enjoy exploring the intersection of storytelling, design, and technology. Proficient in Maya and Blender for 3D production, alongside Photoshop and Illustrator for digital illustration and design, and Premiere Pro for video editing and presentation, I bring a versatile, cross-disciplinary approach to creative work. With a growing understanding of the full creative pipeline, I am particularly drawn to character creation, world-building, and visual development for interactive and animated experiences. Driven to continuously learn and evolve, I aim to contribute to projects that inspire, engage, and immerse audiences.

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