Project Detail

Happiness

Synopsis

The story of a rodent's unrelenting quest for happiness and fulfillment. A brilliant analogy to 'Life on Earth'.
Official Selection Annecy Film Festival 2018 - Short Film Competition - Winner, CANAL+ Creative Aid Award

Details

Year
2017
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
5 mins
Format
Drawing on paper, 2D Computer, 3D Computer animation
Director
Steve Cutts
Producer
Steve Cutts
Screenwriter
Steve Cutts
Composer
Kevin MacLeod
Animation
Steve Cutts

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Production Status

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