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Toshie: The Press Kit

A Short 3D Animated Film by Gregory A. Perez

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Synopsis

Here is a story about an only child named Toshie. A lonely girl yearning for some sort of companionship. Suddenly, she gets her wish. Out of nowhere comes a new, but familiar friend. This bold new playmate excites Toshie. Finally she has someone to play with, and as long as their heart desires! At least until a realization is struck, leaving Toshie where she was before this new arrival. Except now, a tad less lonely and more fulfilled.

About the Film

Story Abstract

After two failed attempts at coming up with a story of my own and trying to work on a collaborative with all that I had on my plate at the time, the time to conjure up a short was quickly dwindling. Having wanted to showcase something more abstract and lyrical with heart, my imagination seemed to be lacking. One of my best friends at the time, while studying at the Academy for Screenwriting and Directing, mentioned that he had just the right story. Oddly enough, he had me in mind when writing it for a class project. This is that short.

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Basic & Technical Information

Toshie is a Thesis project created for the Masters of Fine Art program at the Academy of Art University. It was created with programs like Autodesk's Maya (2012-2020); Adobe's Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, and Illustrator.

Director's Personal Statement

Hmmm.... Let me get back to you on that one.

Fun FAQs

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Toshie

Toshie

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Toshie - Celebrating your "you"
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Toshie - Celebrating your "you"

Sometimes we feel alone. So many ways we make ourselves SO big, only to realize that we're sooo small. Today, let's celebrate your "you". The inner self that reminds you to keep going and find your purpose through your truth. A recent post-graduate student trying to fulfill my own passions alongside my daily battles. Only now have I come to a place where I am able to continue on with the dream of sending this short story (finalized) to major international film festivals. Working on it, but not quite there. This is a short that needs no language other than human. Sometimes, we are our own bullies. I want to remind you that are at growing... Transitioning into being a better you. Please let yourself guide you. kickstarter.com/profile/toshie

Credits

Screenplay by

Robert Gomez

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Music Produced by

Allen Kass

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Music Concept by

Chris Murphy

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Dolls Texture & Modeling by

Nadin Kayserian

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Bedroom Set Models by

Shaun Keenan

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Morpheus Rig by

Josh Burton

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Animation / Concept Art / Production / Creative & Visual Development / Video Editing / Previs & Layout Art / Effects Animation / Texture & Lighting / Character & Set Design / Color Design Imagery

Gregory A. Perez (aka BG)

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A Special Thanks to the Academy of Art University and my Outstandingly Amazing Professors...

Kevin Andrus, Lindsay Andrus, Linda Bel, Tom Bertino, Simon Christen, David Latour, 

Neth Nom

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