Keywords

Animation, Hybrid Animation, The Hero's Journey, Fables, Balance, Curiosity

Abstract

Dazzling: A Timekeepers Tale is a 2D/3D animated short film that explores timeless storytelling, perception of time, anthropomorphism, and friendship. The film illustrates the necessity for balance between curiosity and caution when striving to learn. Through the dual protagonists’ contrasting personalities, they reach a deeper understanding of each other, thus learning the value of balance. This theme was constructed around a fantasy space that will function as a means of understanding varying perceptions of time. Thesis research explores ideas of balance between traditional Western narrative structures such as the Hero’s Journey, Aesopic fables, and Buddy Comedy within a combination of animation mediums.

Completion Date

2025

Semester

Spring

Committee Chair

Christie, Christina

Degree

Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.)

College

College of Arts and Humanities

Identifier

DP0029309

Document Type

Dissertation/Thesis

Subjects

Computer animation--Themes, motives; Animated films--Themes, motives; Storytelling--Research; Animated films--Psychological aspects; Cultural animation--Research

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