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ANIMATION
Short Films
These films are solo ventures and collaborative ventures that touch on social, cultural, economic, and ecological issues through the use of comedy, drama, and horror cinematic storytelling techniques.
Chihuahua Drama
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A glimpse into the mysterious life of Paco, a nervous rescue dog.
Length: 3 minutes
Status: currently in festival circuit
ESCAPE
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Two extra terrestrial research & exploration operatives find more than they bargained for and make some startling discoveries about the past and humanities future.
Length: 2 min 40 seconds
Status: completed festival circuit- now on Vimeo
Every Day, Something New
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This film focuses on uniquely American social issues in the United States.
Length: 7 minutes
Status: currently in festival circuit
OCEANS
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A grand adventure through the current state of the planet’s oceans.
Length: 8 minutes
Status: to be completed in the Spring of 2024
Money Burger
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A macabre satire about life as a minimum wage employee in the fast-food industry.
Length: 8 minutes
Status: to be completed in the Summer of 2025