Toonocalypse
Toonocalypse

Movie spotlight

Toonocalypse

2015
Movie
19 min
English

Two students document the arrival of cute, cartoon aliens in Edinburgh, but after a year on Earth, the pair discover the true intention of the aliens visit.

Insights

IMDb7.4/10
Director: Josh & BenGenres: Animation, Comedy, Short

Plot Summary

In a world where cartoons are sentient and self-aware, they face an existential threat when their reality begins to glitch and break down. A group of cartoon characters must band together to understand and possibly reverse the 'toonocalypse' that threatens to erase them.

Critical Reception

Toonocalypse was met with positive reception, largely for its inventive premise and humorous execution within a very short runtime. It gained traction online as a clever piece of meta-commentary on animation and digital media.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique concept and meta-humor.

  • Appreciated for its efficient storytelling in a short format.

  • Noted for its visually interesting glitch effects.

Google audience: Audience reception is primarily positive, with viewers enjoying the inventive and funny premise that cleverly plays with the nature of cartoons.

Fun Fact

The short film was created by the directing duo known simply as 'Josh & Ben' and gained a significant following through online animation communities.

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