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Writer-director c. Craig discusses the three-year production of ChikaBOOM!, a nine-minute animated short that premiered at the 2026 Tribeca Festival. Produced by Asteria and Everyday Mischief, the film combines CG animation with hand-drawn performances, retaining artists' outlines around the volumetric cloud character Kaboom to make human authorship visible.
The Motionographer article by Jesse Rylander profiles filmmaker Hao Wu and his 2026 Tribeca Festival documentary 'TikTok Never Dies'. The film explores the creative and political tensions surrounding TikTok, examining how algorithmic control and platform dependency affect creators. Wu discusses his process, visual design challenges, and the broader implications of building creative careers on corporate platforms.
Motionographer’s interview with Paul Rudd explores his creative philosophy and career longevity, focusing on instinct, curiosity, and choosing projects that 'should exist.' Through anecdotes from his film career and reflections from a Tribeca Festival talk with Seth Meyers, Rudd discusses authenticity, rebellion against promotional artifice, and the value of small, meaningful work. The piece connects lessons from acting to broader creative disciplines like motion design and filmmaking.
Motionographer’s coverage of the 2026 Tribeca Festival highlights the convergence of film, animation, music, games, and brand storytelling. The article previews upcoming in-depth pieces on Madonna’s 'Confessions II' directed by TORSO, Whoopi Goldberg’s animation program, and creative conversations featuring Paul Rudd, Seth Meyers, and David Droga. It positions Tribeca as a reflection of the evolving motion design and visual storytelling landscape.