ABSTRACT
This chapter looks at the ways in which films that are that extra step outside of convention have been successfully realized. The finished film, composited for stereoscopic projection as per the museum’s wishes, is a tremendously engaging piece of work that has clearly benefited from the meticulous attention to detail and time that has gone into every moment. Technically speaking, the well-versed a filmmaker is when it comes to the fundamentals, the easier a film will be to watch. The chapter addresses the following question: What is it that makes a film a comfortable watch? When considering the various disciplines of strong animated filmmaking, these should be simple enough to determine—an engaging script, appealing characters, a capable sound mix, seamless editing, expertly refined color palettes, a keen knowledge of dramaturgy and shot composition, and so on. The film’s performance made a name for the pair, who has since operated under the shared name Holbrooks.
