Animator Paul Hollingsworth explores the virtues of childhood fantasy and aspiration in his short animation film WEIRDOS, which recently played as part of the 2023 Los Angeles International Film Festival.
Misfit school mates Jasmine and Owen encounter some STRANGER THINGS as they head on their quest using anything and everything related to any old iron, but their nemesis awaits when they go down to the woods….
 
Hollingsworth taps into the classic realm of Tim Burton’s NIGHTMARE and BEETLEJUICE, coupled with classic 80s tropes in an entertaining short-form yarn that dazzles with Aardman influence.
WEIRDOS won the Short Film (Audience Award) at the Los Angeles International Film Festival 2023.
About the film:
 
Missing children, mysterious footprints, and strange sounds, all point to one thing: proof positive that monsters thrive in the forests of New Orleans! Humanity’s second-best chance – Middle school misfits Jasmine and Owen, who are on a quest to become the most popular monster hunters ever! If their fantastic science fair failures, social media antics, or frenemies don’t stop them, the wonderfully weird beasts of the night will!

Paul Hollingsworth Bio

Paul Hollingsworth, a Canadian writer, director known for: Harry Potter Magical Movie Moments and DC Toybox Adventures stop-motion animated series. 

From a Canadian small town, Paul’s aspiration to pursue an animation career led him to journey across North America, South America and Antarctica. On this voyage, he skilfully shot and edited projects ranging from travel shows to car racing, delving into paranormal experiences, ghost sightings, bigfoot encounters, and even penguins. 

After immigrating to Los Angeles, Paul founded Digital Wizards Studios, a haven for talented and individuals—artists, actors, and technicians—who share a passion for pushing the boundaries of storytelling. Digital Wizards Studios developed the first VR180 stop-motion animated film for Google and their films continue to push the limits of imagination every day.

Weirdos encompasses over four years of dedicated writing, puppetry, animation production, VFX editing, and music composition. With utmost excitement, Paul looks forward to sharing this incredible creation with you.

 

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