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“Oh, Possum!” by Josh Hilden

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What really happens when possums play dead?
Oh, Possum! is an animated short about two bickering brothers and the secret world of “playing possum.”

We had an opossum living in a coffin next to our garage. Our landlord stored old halloween props back there, and it became a fitting home to that awkward creature who liked to “play dead.” I began sketching possums and possum-related gags in a sketchbook, attempting to boil down what I enjoyed about them. I liked that they were misunderstood creatures. Mostly I was intrigued by their strange avoidance of trouble, a trick not unlike my own reaction to stress.

Read more on the making of Oh, Possum! at justinhilden.com/ohpossum

Full Credits:

Directed and Animated by: Justin Hilden
Story by: Justin Hilden, Dave Hilden
Story Edited by: Autumn Hilden
Ellsworth Voiced by: Jonesy McElroy
Switch Voiced by: Jeff Rogers
Additional Voices by: Jonesy McElroy, Autumn Hilden, Dave Hilden, CJ Wilson
Voice Recording Engineer: Shea Formaneck
Foley Recording Engineer: Aaron Moe
“Possum Theme”
Music by: Aaron Moe
Performed by: Aaron Moe
“TV Japan”
Music and Lyrics by: Stone Nowhere (used by permission)
Arrangement by: Aaron Hilden
Performed by: William Muñoz, Aaron Moe, Martin Anderson, John Luedtke
Recorded at: Mojo Menace Studios
Title and Poster Design by: Dave Douglass
Special Thanks: Matt Cuny, Steve Carver, Maryanne Pittman, Kelli Bixler
For Aaron
Made in Burbank, California
Copyright © 2016 Justin Hilden

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‘Don’t Starve: Shipwrecked’ washes ashore on Steam

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Engadget is reporting that Don’t Starve Shipwrecked is finally out of Early Access on Steam and ready for your consumption.  Some good 2d animation here from the looks of the trailer and it’s got a rough pencil test sort of feel to boot judging from the trailer above.
From the site:

Don’t Starve: Shipwrecked, the nautical themed expansion for one of our favorite survival games If you’ll remember, this add-on is the result of a partnership between original developer Klei Entertainment and the folks behind Below and Super Time Force, Capybara Games. The single-player expansion (the co-op focused Don’t Starve Together released last year) introduces plenty of new deadly goodies like sailing, seasons and crafting recipes — all incredibly likely to put your ability to follow the game’s name to the test. As an incentive to give it the old college try, Steam has the game on sale for $4.50 during its launch period.

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Privisa trailer

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Privisa is an upcoming animated feature film made in Poland, which is all about a kid who just does not want to grow up.

From the creators:

It tells the story of Wilkan, son of the great hunter Borzymir who is about to get his first haircut. He finds out that the elders of the tribe announced the list of the oldest who will be soon “taking the ritual of last journey”. His beloved grandfather Stanimir is among them. The distraught boy will do everything to stop the ceremony and that gets him and the whole village (Privisa) in a lot of trouble.

There comes a time in everyone’s life to let go of illusions and confront their inner demons. For Wolfin – 11 years old, long-haired, freckled boy – this time has just arrived. “Privisa” is a fascinating tale about family, growing up and taking responsibility.

Production – Platige Films
Co-production – Juice, Flat Foot Films
Project development co-funded by Polish Film Institute

PLATIGE FILMS
Producer: Magdalena Bargieł
Executive Producer: Katarzyna Fukacz, Jarosław Sawko

JUICE
Directing, Concept, Art Work: Marcin Karolewski
Script concept: Julita Olszewska
Concept Art: Mathias Zamęcki, Hanna Czyżewska,
3D Artist: Tomasz Dyrduła, Jarosław Handrysik
Producer: Natalia Lasota

FLAT FOOT FILMS
Head of Animation: Leszek Nowicki
Animation: Maciej Krowiński, Piotr Sitek, Krzysztof Świderski, Małgorzata Mianowska

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Disney XD Launches First Batch of Maker Creators’ Videos on Its Digital Apps

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Variety is reporting that Disney XD, the Mouse House’s boy-targeted cable network, is releasing 18 videos from Maker Studios’ YouTube creator partners on its digital channels — one of the few concrete examples of synergy between Disney’s traditional media businesses and Maker.

The videos, produced under the Disney XD by Maker talent incubator program, will be distributed across the cabler’s digital platforms, including apps for desktop, mobile and connected-TV devices and on Disney XD’s YouTube channel. The Maker content will be free and carry ads.

You can read the entire article here.

Below is a clever little piece written by Tom Gran and Martin Woolley with animation services provided by Exit 73 Studios.

Natalia’s and Mayden’s Vida Loca,” ExpCaseros: Inventors Natalia, Mayden and their cat Archimede accidentally cause their entire town to turn into a hybrid cat-human-zombie horde, and experience a series of mishaps while searching for a cure to the madness.

The second is The Adventures of Luzu & Manolo which seems to be done in the same style as The Amazing World of Gumball.

Hello! I am Luzu!. I’m no expert, but I have a great time and try to make funny videos that are fun for people. I also try to upload games that we all love like Minecraft, GTA V Online, Star Wars Battlefront, Rocket League, Pokemon or Garrys Mod, but also many games a bit different as mobile applications, online games, indie games, multiplayer or basically any app that is funny. Steam games usually look at Youtube, the PlayStation Store or the Apple Store but if you have any recommendation not hesitate to share with me in the comments and remember to subscribe!

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“Bear And Bird” by Hornet

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A really nicely animated piece by Brookyln based Hornet

Bear & Bird is about two best friends, a laid back brown bear who just wants to take it easy and an overly excited cardinal who’s one cup of coffee away from a nervous breakdown. When a long-awaited video game finally arrives in the mail, the duo settles in for a marathon gaming session. They trade wins and losses until Bird is quickly overcome by a foul odor emanating from his pal. When Bird can’t take it anymore he demands that Bear take a much-needed bath. Never one for baths, Bear makes a run for it with Bird in hot pursuit. When the situation gets out of control, Bear is forced to decide between saving his friend or saving himself.

Hornet Directors: Dan & Jason

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Charles X – Can You Do it

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Music video directed for the charismatic LA-born musician Charles X for his eagerly anticipated new single entitled Can You Do It in mixed 3D/2D animation produced by Eddy and animated at Brunch Studio.

From the animator:

This collaboration is intended to act as a social commentary which aims to cast light on perceived societal expectations and social norms by integrating elements and people from different walks of life.

I sought to merge the typically highbrow sport of horse racing with the commonly misrepresented “mean streets” of Pacoima, the proud birthplace of Charles X, to challenge any stereotypes or preconceptions of race and social class which may exist in modern day society.

I wanted to communicate Charles’ intended message via the lens of an artificial world in my own style of animation.

“Can You Do It” is now available on Charles X’s new album, “Sounds of the Yesteryear”:

â™± Spotify play.spotify.com/album/44kOuu…
â™± Deezer deezer.com/album/12461860
â™± Youtube youtube.com/playlist?list…
â™± iTunes itunes.apple.com/fr/album/sou…
â™± Physical store Cd / Lp alterk.bigcartel.com

See more about Charles X on Facebook: facebook.com/charlesxfanpage/

Credits:
Label: Alter-K
Lyrics: Charles X
Music: Redrum

Director: Quentin Baillieux
Production : Eddy.tv
Co-producers : Les Androids Associés (previz)
Executive Producer : Corry Van Rhijn
Producer : Julie Bellemare
Animation studio : Brunch
Post Production : Nightshift

Storyboard : Noé Lecombre
Character design : Wandrille Maunoury
Typography : Pierre-Alban Kientz
Modeling : David Arnould, Clement Lauricella, Valentin Samuel, Théo Dusapin
Set up : Adrien Gentil, Maxime Cozick
Animation 2D : Michael Bataille, Tristan Poulain, Amélie Maurice
Motion Design : Almir NagoAnimation 3D : Axel Digois, Aline Hananel, Johann Le Pouder,Rendering : Candice Theuillon, Remi Julien, Mathieu Maurel, Jean-Charles Kerninon
Previs Artists : Les Androids Associ̩s РVolcy Gallois-Montbrun, Tristan Laville, Guillaume Robert, Henri Zaitoun
Editor : Benjamin Massoubre
Color grading : Gabriel PorierColor grading consultant : Luis Arteaga

Stagiaires développement : Arthur Chaumay, Leïla Courtillon

Thanks to: Nicolas de Rosanbo, Jean-François Bourrel, Mathieu Hue, Julien Desplanques, Nolwenn Hajo, Franck Duchene, Charles-Philippe Bowles, Celine Vanlint, Moses Yohannes, Raphaelle Tinland, Olivier Rigout, Laura Rouvellat, Nicolas Guibert.