The Legend of the Starlight Beetle (CalArts 2024)

This is my 4th year film at CalArts! Enjoy!!
In a post-apocalyptic world where insects grew big, Bluebell visits places she went in the past to collect fireflies in order to find her friend Willow.
Music by paper aviator (Kris Zaballero)
Sound Design & Mixing by Hafeed Jraybee
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  • @devigarbage
    @devigarbageАй бұрын

    I love this so much, damn.. the characters, the art style, the colours, the sounds, the song, the story, and the insect appreciation!!!! amazing :'D

  • @gaeromi
    @gaeromi2 ай бұрын

    The Legend, The Legend of the Starlight Beetle🪲🌟🐝 Getting glimpses of Bluebell’s memory of her missed one and herself together throughout the film made me deeply touched. Such a beautiful way to show the genuine & special relationship that they have - and letting us catch Willow’s traces from Bluebell’s present day without her was so engaging. Cannot forget to mention that I LOVED the heartwarming colors that goes perfectly with the heartwarming story - and the metaphor of love protecting/saving their beloved. Lastly the last scene with only Bluebell’s sincere expression of happiness was just the perfect ending. Thinking that scene also being Willow’s pov got me teared up as well. 메이블 천재~~!!!!

  • @cutecatpawz
    @cutecatpawz2 ай бұрын

    I really like this Short Film, it has a very great storyline and gives off the best emotional values that ive never once seen in any other short film. The tone of the scenes are beautiful, the art style is adorable and matches the character voices well. You did a great job ^_^ !! I hope you continue to persue this passion of yours, youll be amazing.. Dont ever give up on your dreams! Cant wait to see more projects youve worked on.

  • @MicAnimations
    @MicAnimations15 күн бұрын

    The song’s amazing!

  • @kweeks4672
    @kweeks46722 ай бұрын

    In a world of chaos, where darkness reigns, Two friends sought solace amidst the strain. Starlight Beetle, a guide through the night, Leading lost souls to reunite. Through rubble and ruins, their bond held strong, In a desolate world where hope seemed gone. Yet fate's cruel hand tore them apart, But Starlight Beetle mended each heart. With its glow, it showed the way, To the friend they longed for, come what may. In the post-apocalyptic gloom, it gleamed, Guiding lost souls to the friend they dreamed. P.S. I don't know how it showed up in my recommendations, but I'm really glad I was able to see this animated short. It's the most satisfying moment when KZread gives you a really good video.

  • @sabihellson.
    @sabihellson.2 ай бұрын

    This was beyond amazing - I loved every second of this short film. It was emotionally gripping, very beautifully done, and I also had BIG Adventure Time feels throughout. Well done to all involved.

  • @doriyaki3407
    @doriyaki34072 ай бұрын

    this film is insane! the pure storytelling in this and how captivating it is - thank you so much!

  • @u3eli
    @u3eli2 ай бұрын

    That was the sweetest thing I’ve ever watched I’m sobbing

  • @Plumbers_Helper
    @Plumbers_Helper2 ай бұрын

    Oh the Legend of the Starlight Beetle, the tale I can't deny. With wings of gold and a glow so bright. It'll take you to the sky. They say it's born from Stardust, a creature of the dreams. With the Power to reunite under the moonlight's silver beams. It's wings are like a canvas, painting stories in the air. A symphony of light and love, sight so rare. When the world is filled with shadows and you're lost in the unknown. Just follow that one ember, let it guide you home. For the firefly is calling you from the depths of your heart. To lead you to your missed one, never to be apart. Oh the Legend of the Starlight Beetle, the tale I can't deny. With the beetle's calling from the depths of your heart. To lead you to your missed one, never to be apart. Oh the Legend of the Starlight Beetle, the tale we can't deny. With wings of gold and a glow so bright. It'll take you to the sky. If you miss someone you love and you're yearning for the why. Let the legendary firefly be your guide up high. It's a beacon of connection, where to souls reunite. The legendary beetle will guide you through the sky. EDIT: I found the short's soundtrack on SoundCloud if anyone's interested: soundcloud.com/paperaviator/sets/the-legend-of-the-starlight

  • @teaofpastels
    @teaofpastels2 ай бұрын

    this film was so sweet!! the music really elevated the film 💖

  • @mrpalaces
    @mrpalaces2 ай бұрын

    This was really cute, everyone did a great job.

  • @inbaeyang6856
    @inbaeyang68562 ай бұрын

    환상적이고 감동적인 별빛풍뎅이 이야기~~~!!!

  • @hotaekim5097
    @hotaekim50972 ай бұрын

    Fantastic ! That`s so cool !!!!

  • @derpycat9347
    @derpycat93472 ай бұрын

    I wish I could cry but i need to drink more water

  • @asher_borison
    @asher_borison2 ай бұрын

    Such a good film Mabel!!!!!

  • @ChetterChatter
    @ChetterChatter2 ай бұрын

    W o a h

  • @Galaxyjelly99
    @Galaxyjelly992 ай бұрын

    THIS IS FANTASTIC

  • @GoldenGlory65
    @GoldenGlory652 ай бұрын

    absolutely amazing

  • @JMPT
    @JMPT2 ай бұрын

    Pretty Amazingly Nice ✨✨✨

  • @cjstevens8984
    @cjstevens89842 ай бұрын

    Awesome 👏

  • @UsrevealedTv
    @UsrevealedTv2 ай бұрын

    Legendary, practicing towards this.

  • @SpookyBoe
    @SpookyBoe2 ай бұрын

    THIS IS SO COOL I LOVE THIS SO MUCH

  • @TechTchno
    @TechTchnoАй бұрын

    What do you mean this oniy has 2k views... What the hell. I thought it had 100k at least 😭

  • @fishyland_
    @fishyland_2 ай бұрын

    the way i cried

  • @Kagi_Music
    @Kagi_Music2 ай бұрын

    This so awesome it made my day ;_;

  • @benjibuddy3
    @benjibuddy32 ай бұрын

    Saw this at the open show, it really stuck out to me! Beautiful film!

  • @owolet5896
    @owolet58962 ай бұрын

    I loved this Mabel!❤

  • @daffytaffy5966
    @daffytaffy59662 ай бұрын

    This was so awesome! It made me tear up :'3 I'm also in love with the song! (⁠≧u≦⁠)

  • @TechTchno
    @TechTchnoАй бұрын

    raggghh sory my other comment wasnt the best oh my cob this is genuinely so amazing and stunning holy shit i'm eating it and slurping it up rn. update help i'm getting emotional /pos

  • @gachalifelilly
    @gachalifelilly2 ай бұрын

    I’m like 100% convinced she died

  • @claudiamanta1943
    @claudiamanta1943Ай бұрын

    3:22 What the fuck?! 😧

  • @meatballsyrup2747

    @meatballsyrup2747

    Ай бұрын

    don’t yuck my yum

  • @raindoesnotexist
    @raindoesnotexist2 ай бұрын

    i think she d1ed as well💀