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Madame Tutli-Putli
The winner of the Canal + Grand Prize in 2007. This stop-motion animated film by Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski (Clyde Henry Productions) takes viewers on an exhilarating existential journey into the fully imagined, tactile world of Madame Tutli-Putli. As she travels alone on the night train, weighed down with all her earthly possessions and the ghosts of her past, she faces both the kindness and menace of strangers. Finding herself caught up in a desperate metaphysical adventure, adrift between real and imagined worlds, Madame Tutli-Putli confronts her demons. Click here to view current Clyde Henry Productions’ projects. Buy the DVD on National Film Board of Canada’s website.
Destino
If Walt Disney and Salvador Dali had a baby together, this video would be it. Destino began in 1946 as a collaboration between Walt Disney and the famed surrealist painter Salvador Dalí. A first-hand example of Disney’s interest in avant garde and experimental work in animation, Destino was to be awash with Dalí’s iconic melting clocks, marching ants and floating eyeballs. However, Destino was not completed at that time. In 2003, it was rediscovered by Walt’s nephew, Roy E. Disney, who took on the challenge of bringing the creation of these two great artists to fruition. In addition to the completed Destino, this exciting addition to the Walt Disney Treasures line also includes an all-new feature-length documentary that examines the surprising partnership between Dalí and Disney plus two new featurettes; “The Disney That Almost Was”, an examination of the studio’s unfinished projects; and “Encounters with … Read more
RUIN
There is something about the post-apocalyptic world that entices us. The short produced by OddBall Animation, RUIN is one fine example of such a world. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride. Can’t wait for what’s to come!
Little Red Riding Hood
A retelling of a favorite childhood bedtime story…with a few minor changes. The short seeks to explore the drama, horror, and realism at the core of the story. The brilliant usage of simple silhouettes against vibrantly colored backgrounds only adds to its potency. Directed by Jorge Jaramillo and Carlo Guillot; scoring by Manuel Borda.
Iron Sky – The First 4 Minutes
Enjoy the first revealing 4 minutes of Iron Sky in stunning HD.
Dark Shadows
Meet Mr. Collins. No, no, not that Collins. Tim Burton’s Barnabas Collins. Starring Johnny Depp, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Eva Green.
The Film Project
To celebrate their newly transformed Womens Designer Galleries in its London store. Selfridges & Co. has teamed up with some of the industries most talented designers to create a series of short films. From Alexander McQueen to Gareth Pugh, each designer offers a distinct vision of the modern woman. See all the films on Selfridges & Co.’s The Film Project.
Frankenweenie
Can’t wait for Frankenweenie to hit theaters later this year? Well you’re in luck! Because here is the original 1984 short film by Tim Burton that’s getting the new stop-animation makeover. Starring Shelley Duvall as Susan Frankenstein, Daniel Stern as Ben Frankenstein, Barret Oliver as Victor Frankenstein, and Sparky as Sparky. When young Victor’s pet dog Sparky (who stars in Victor’s home-made monster movies) is hit by a car, Victor decides to bring him back to life the only way he knows how. But when the bolt-necked “monster” wreaks havoc and terror in the hearts of Victor’s neighbors, he has to convince them (and his parents) that despite his appearance, Sparky’s still the good loyal friend he’s always been.
Væsen (Being)
A prince sets off on a journey to save his dying father, driven by his fear of failing him. The short is produced by Adrian Dexter, Birk von Brockdorff, Arnold Bagasha, Drude Mangaard, Jody Ghani, and Mikkel V. Petersen for their 2012 Bachelor film project at The Animation Workshop.
The Deadliest Game
Dr Grordbort Presents: The Deadliest Game from Media Design School on Vimeo. Dr. Grordbort Presdents: The Deadliest Game A short film from Media Design School based on the sci-fi world of Dr Grordbort created by writer and artist Greg Broadmore from Weta Workshop. The live action/CGI film was created by 11 students over 22 weeks under the direction of 3D animation program leader James Cunningham. Enter the competition at facebook.com/mediadesignschool OR… learn more about studying 3D animation and visual effects at Media Design School: degrees.mediadesignschool.com
The Woman in Black
Nothing creeps me out like old dolls moving on their own, and staring right into your soul. **shudders** But if you’re into that sort of imagery, by all means checkout the trailer for The Woman in Black. Starring no other than our beloved hero from Harry Potter, Harry Potter! …I mean Daniel Radcliffe. From what I gather from folks that have seen the UK play, this is one creep-infested/tastic story based on the 1983 book from Susan Hill.
Anonymous
From your favorite big-budget disaster film director Roland Emmerich, ‘Anonymous’ delves deep into the mystique surrounding William Shakespeare’s works. See some of the stunning visuals to come this Fall. Starring Rhys Ifans, Vanessa Redgrave, Joely Richardson, David Thewlis, Xavier Samuel, Sebastian Armesto, Rafe Spall, Edward Hogg, Jamie Campbell Bower, and Derek Jacobi. Official synopsis Set in the political snake-pit of Elizabethan England, Anonymous speculates on an issue that has for centuries intrigued academics and brilliant minds ranging from Mark Twain and Charles Dickens to Henry James and Sigmund Freud, namely: who was the author of the plays credited to William Shakespeare? Experts have debated, books have been written, and scholars have devoted their lives to protecting or debunking theories surrounding the authorship of the most renowned works in English literature. Anonymous poses one possible answer, focusing on a time when cloak-and-dagger political intrigue, illicit romances … Read more
Once Upon A Time
While it’s certainly no Game of Thrones; ABC’s new fantasy…I mean fairy-tale TV-movie, Once Upon A Time do seem promising. Anna, our protagonist stops at a quaint little town, aptly named Storybrooke. Despite being forewarned of the magic and mysteries of this town, she seems utterly unconvinced; until Anna is enveloped in the town’s fairy-tale past. Fans of Robert Carlyle (Dr. Nicolas Rush no Stargate Universe) or Ginnifer Goodwin (Margene “Margie” Heffman on Big Love) rejoyce! As they both will be key characters in the film. Will the movie be campy? Probably. Will it be good? Let’s hope so!
Immortals
Henry Cavill has official began his climb towards the apex of Hollywood Olympus; by playing Theseus, the son of Aethra, who is the fabled founder of Athens. Check out the gorgeous visuals… and I do mean the chiseled bodies too. Here’s to hoping the story will be just as satiable. Watch the HD versions at Apple Trailers Directed by Tarsem Singh. Immortals stars Henry Cavill, Stephen Dorff, Isabel Lucas, Freida Pinto, Luke Evans, Kellan Lutz, John Hurt, and Mickey Rourke. Official synopsis: An epic tale of treachery, vengeance and destiny in Immortals, a stylish and spectacular 3-D adventure. As a power-mad king razes ancient Greece in search of a legendary weapon, a heroic young villager rises up against him in a thrilling quest as timeless as it is powerful. The brutal and bloodthirsty King Hyperion (Mickey Rourke) and his murderous Heraklion army are rampaging across … Read more
Hello, My Name Is Blinky™
Robots are becoming increasingly apart of our everyday life; as such, we start to question their existence and our ability to control them. In this short by Ruairí Robinson, we will meet Blinky™ the helper robot; and discover how one family’s lives were changed forever. Would you like to be his friend? Written and directed by Ruairí Robinson. Starring Max Records from the film, “Where the Wild Things Are.” Cinematography by MacGregor. Music by Ólafur Arnalds. With funds provided by Bord Scannán na hÉireann (Irish Film Board).
