The Life of Pi: Santi Zoraidez Keeps it Modular for Kettal
Barcelona-based designer/art director Santi Zoraidez strikes a delicate balance in this launch film for Spanish furniture brand Kettal, presenting their Pi room organization system as both dynamic and sophisticated. [Watch]
Strange Beast Signs Studio Gruff for Worldwide Representation
From the release: Strange Beast has signed directing duo Studio Gruff for exclusive representation worldwide. Specializing in hand-drawn 2D animation and Claymation, Studio Gruff blend these traditional techniques with cutting edge technology to create a uniquely edgy cinematic aesthetic. [Watch]
Form Films Reveals the “Genesis” of the XP for UNTLD MOTO
The motion crew at London’s Form Films constructs a full-CG reveal film for the XP electric motorcycle, a collaboration between vehicle designer Hugo Eccles at UNTLD MOTO and American manufacturer Zero Motorcycles. [Watch]
Six N. Five Conjures More Cartier Magic in “Metamorphose”
Following on their “Magician” short film from last spring, the team of CD Ezequiel Pini (Six N. Five) and director Sebastián Baptista expand on the surreal dreamscapes of the Cartier Watch universe in “Metamorphose”. [Watch]
Conor Whelan & Giant Ant Lament “The Last White Rhino”
Veteran Giant Ant animator and CD Conor Whelan steps into the writer/director role for this tense, atmospheric drama centered on the planet’s one remaining White Rhino and “the splintered morality of our efforts to save it.” [Watch]
Frame Rolls Out the Rugs in New Film for Nordic Knots
Swedish brand Nordic Knots launches its made-to-measure rug collection with help from the CG design and motion team at Frame in Copenhagen who answered the brief with this tactile and welcoming film. [Watch]