(Cartoon / Traditional)
[ 2:04 - from YouTube ]
A completely unexpected animated mashup. YouTuber Cody Richeson recuts Disney's "A Goody Movie" so it feels as disturbing as a David Lynch movie (think "Lost Highway" or "Twin Peaks"). And it works. Somehow, it works. view
Core eGuider Graham Mason
Writer, Videomaker, Member of Sunset Television
(Experimental)
[ 0:44 - from Vimeo ]
Animator Volstok Telefunken takes footage of everyday scenes and animates quirky little monsters into them. The two worlds interact so well it will leave you scratching your head at times. The episodes clock in around 30 seconds, so beware, they are addictive. view
Core eGuider Drew Blatman
Filmmaker, Sunset Television
(Experimental)
[ 4:01 - from YouTube ]
Here's an animation that's both soothing and very weird. This is part two of a trilogy of cartoons by Aya and Jason Brown, set to music by a piano composer named Hauschka. I love the watercolor style of the world, and the creatures are very cute. Make a pot of tea and enjoy all three. view
Core eGuider Graham Mason
Writer, Videomaker, Member of Sunset Television
(Cartoon / Traditional)
[ 5:30 - from YouTube ]
Cartoons are not what they used to be, and that's why when something like this comes along you have to watch it. The WWII-era cartoon features a torn Donald Duck who's unsure whether to spend his money or save to pay his taxes. The government certainly does make a persuasive argument; as the narrator puts it, "Taxes will keep democracy on the march." They don't call it propaganda for nothing.
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Core eGuider Brian Rothe
Director of Content, eGuiders
(Experimental)
[ 9:03 - from YouTube ]
Here's another stunner from Norman McLaren, the Canadian animator who made a living finding new ways of seeing. This short film consists of two ballet dancers, dressed in reflective clothing, and dancing against a black background. The whole piece is beautiful but around 7:00 is where McLaren's optical printer goes truly, awesomely bananas. view
Film Buff Chris Brenner
Post Production Point Man, Border Patrol, Scarecrow
(Time-lapse)
[ 1:00 - from Vimeo ]
If you're like me, you've probably always wanted to run the New York Marathon. And if you're like me, you'll never be in good enough shape to actually do it. So join me in watching the thousands of participants in the 2009 marathon whiz by in a convenient timelapse. Who would have thought running could be such a party? view
Film Buff Chris Brenner
Post Production Point Man, Border Patrol, Scarecrow
(Experimental)
[ 1:13 - from YouTube ]
S'mores are all fun and games until some poor, innocent marshmallow gets murdered. In this video by Gag Films, 'Steve' is the first of his fluffy white buddies to meet his fiery demise. While the talking marshmallow bunch is a tad disturbing, it's pretty funny overall. Although you may think twice before you jam a stick in one of those helpless sugary sponges on your next camping trip. And it may totally ruin you for Rice Krispies treats. Or, not. view
Writer, Producer, Branded Entertainment Guru Gennefer Gross
Writer, Producer, Branded Entertainment Specialist
