The article highlights the unique strengths of student short films and animations through the example of 'Trash,' a graduation film from ESMA. Despite lacking in budget, 'Trash' captivates with its creative direction, narrative depth, and compelling themes. Shelley Page, a veteran in the animation industry, praises 'Trash' for its innovative storytelling—highlighting a grim setting where a rat and pigeon engage in a comical struggle over pizza, observed by a homeless man whose empathy is a stark contrast to the chaotic environment. The film successfully utilizes techniques borrowed from live-action cinema, ultimately leaving a lasting impression on audiences.
I first encountered Trash through Shelley Page, a longtime champion of emerging animation talent. Shelley has worked some of the most best animated movies of the 80s and 90s, including Who Framed Roger Rabbit Each, Shrek and How to Train Your Dragon.
The name of the film was Trash, and the moment I saw it I knew this one was extra-special!
In the case of Trash, it's not about heartwarming characters or feel-good comedy. Quite the opposite. The film is set in a grimy alley where a rat and a pigeon wage a desperate battle over a stale slice of pizza.
Their chaos unfolds in a vertical chase that scales the walls and windows of a neglected urban backstreet. They're watched by a homeless man - Röno - who, despite being nearly invisible to society, offers the only act of empathy in the entire film.
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