This anthology is a demo in replacement animation; this means each frame of motion is a unique 3D printed puppet. Three genres are explored to survey the atmospheric potential of the technique.

BLUE GOOSE
A western poking fun at the enshittification of our online spaces.

CLUB ROW
A film noir on data privacy featuring a hypnotic, spinning staircase.

MYTHACRYLATE
A modernist fantasy for the century of the self, making use of the multiplicity of characters inherent to replacement animation.

CREDITS

Direction and models by: Jack Cunningham, Nicolas Ménard
Shoot Studio: Arch Film Studio
Director of Photography: Ian Forbes
Original Score: Bridget Samuels, Jack Cunningham, Nicolas Ménard
Computer Modelling: Nicolas Ménard, Andrew Hickinbottom, Simon Cadhilac
Computer Animation: Marylou Mao, Nicolas Ménard
Stop Motion Animation: Joey Hawks, Nicolas Ménard, Jack Cunningham
Sound Design: Joe Wilkinson, Jack Cunningham
Sound Mix: Joe Wilkinson
Colourist: Jonny Tully at Cheat & at No. 8

Thanks to the following for their kind support: Andy Gent, Arch Model Studio, Team at Cheat, Team at No.8
With additional thanks to: Alan Kitching, Lisa Hill

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EASTEND WESTERN produces animated films in a wide range of styles and techniques, from hand-drawn to stop motion. It is led by internationally awarded directors Jack Cunningham and Nicolas Ménard, who share a love of poetic narratives, meticulous craft, and memorable world-building.