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I’m a fan of Quentin Blake’s art from his Roald Dahl book covers 📚 but wasn’t familiar with this story book or this animated short which brings to life the organic, unapologetic pen lines & watercolors of Blake’s beautiful illustration style. I enjoyed how the subdued animation pairs with Helena Bonham Carter’s narration to deliver a charming Christmas classic 🎄

The Mitchells vs. The Machines available on Netflix is SO GOOD!!! The visual style of hand drawn animation flourishes blended into the cgi computer animation is beautiful and adds so much to its story. The family dynamics and voice acting is inspired. The narrative moments are touching and earned. Such a brilliant cartoon family movie that is genuinely entertaining! 👍👍 📱

canvas is a beautiful animated short from director Frank Abney available on Netflix 🖌 The juxtaposition of cg and traditional hand drawn animated sequences are especially handled well as a deliberate storytelling device. I was moved by its subtle, emotive (both warm and sad) character animation which shines in this speechless narrative. It was especially poignant for me dealing this week with the 9 year anniversary of losing my Mother… and still struggling through my own creative pursuits while missing her approval and always proud support of her son’s talent.

A touching holiday Disney ad that tells an emotional short narrative with a sweeping song and subtle animation that hits close to home for me… Growing up, my Dad would share with me some of the differences of how Christmas was celebrated in the US and Philippines — including these Lanterns!!! 🌟 The story has always stayed with me through these years.

In these uncertain times and isolated moments…. this was a very welcome & moving reminder from Apple that Creativity goes on

I watched Potrait of a Lady on Fire this Easter weekend streaming on Hulu… and it was a beautifully moving, well crafted film. So satisfying on so many levels — but I particularly loved how the cinematography captured the process of portraiture and intimacy of artist and subject 🔥🎨

Beautifully crafted storytelling and narrative for an Apple product ad 🚖 and I enjoyed the accompanying “Pro on Pro” behind the scenes featurette

Sergio Pablos’ KLAUS on Netflix is such a sweet animated Christmas Movie — and the beautiful animation, character design, art direction, etc. are absolutely amazing!!!! I LOVED IT ❤️💚❤️💚🎁🎄