Director Peter Hastings takes on the challenge of adapting Dav Pilkey's Dog Man graphic novels into an animated film for DreamWorks. Aiming to preserve the books' unique visual style, Hastings opts for a 'high-end handmade' look that adds tactile textures reminiscent of craft materials. The animation retains the minimalist character designs, posing a creative challenge for animators who must express emotions simply. The film contrasts the polished CGI aesthetics typical of recent American animations, reflecting a broader industry trend towards more artisanal styles, following successes like Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.
One of the things to recognize is how important the look of the books is to the enjoyment of the books.
Our goal was to create something that didn't change it, but amplified it.
Their simple designs challenged the animators to make more out of less.
Hastings says he landed on a high-end handmade look for the movie.
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