Straight Ahead & Pose to Pose

Robot Chicken - Behind The Scenes

Above is a time-lapse from the production of 'Robot Chicken'. Because this show is created using stop-motion, the straight ahead principle applies as part of the core processes of production. This clip explains the linear format in which a few seconds are produced, only allowing planning before the shot.

Ollie Johnston - Pinocchio 

The first 3 seconds of this clip show key frames used by Ollie Johnston before the extended process of adding in-betweens. The line test depicts notes and measurements written next to Pinocchio, these would serve as memos and scales to help match in-betweens to key frames, establishing a pose to pose.


Written By Robert Markland

Secondary Action

Mickey Mouse - Steamboat Willie

This clip from 'Steamboat Willie' features Mickey Mouse dancing to the rhythm of his whistling song. The rhythm of the tune is reflected in multiple actions such as the swaying of his hips and the tapping of his foot, creating a secondary action.

Family Guy - Legs All The Way Up

Above is a short running cycle from 'Family Guy'. To enhance the realism of this scene, Peter's arms also move in sequence to his legs, establishing a secondary action. His hair is also animated, affected by the bobbing of his head adding to the complexity of the character.


Written By Robert Markland

Staging

Family Guy - Peter vs. Mr.Washee

      

 

This clip from 'Family Guy' features a stage inspired by 2D Japanese fighting games. It's a direct homage to 'Street Fighter', featuring all the same features from the original game, such as name tags and health bars. The purpose of this stage is to parody the ethnicity of Mr.Washee.  

Barry Purves - Screen Play

Barry Purves' 'Screen Play' is captured and composed within one shot, this is done to reflect the theatrical experience. The structure of the physical stage is flat, featuring a rotatable disk in the centre. Its purpose is to introduce and exit characters and settings during the film.


Written By Robert Markland