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TMFF/Films/Ray the Rug*
Ray the Rug*
*Only a teaser is available for now.

Ray the Rug*

A film by Mohammad Ali Shakeri

AnimationTrailer & Other2025May 2025
Country
Thailand
Running time
6 min
Year and edition
2024 - May 2025

Ray shares his tragic past: “I lost my mum when I was a wee cub. Well, I didn’t lose her. She was murdered… by a human.” His heartfelt plea, “A tiger can’t change its stripes. But you can,” transforms him from a symbol of loss into a powerful advocate for change. The film’s simple, innovative visuals and direct messaging cut through the noise, resonating with audiences, driving over a million views within first view weeks. This campaign showcases the power of creativity to inspire action and highlights urgent need to save one of the world’s most iconic species.

TMFF Awards

  • May 2025 WinnerAnimation of the Month
3.4
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