Prepare for a night of silhouette animation from the 50s courtesy of the undisputed master of the art, Lotte Reiniger. Hitting your shamefully unworthy TVs from 8.30pm, Sky Arts presents a selection of the most popular short films from the German animator.

If you simply can’t wait that long, dry your weeping eyes and watch the video below or click here to find out more –

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Thumbelina

The Magic Horse