CGI Animated Shorts : "The Alchemist's Letter" - by Pixel Veil Productions | TheCGBros

[@digipicartist]

So beautiful and true. Most tend to forget that the greatest treasure... isnt made of silver nor gold... nor diamonds nor pearls... It comes from the heart... the purest of them all... the one that most take forgranted... Love.

[@ravenstrankman6434]

Every time I watch this short film, I fall in love the story & the music. It is absolutely beautiful.

[@alyxice8191]

When you try to animate yourself, you see how hard it is. This animated short film was amazing and so much work was put into it. Everything fits so well, my huge respect for the creators and people who were involved in the process of making this animation.

[@greenlaw6503]

+Monica Martinez xcept the script.

[@abstracthope740]

I agree

[@kyliemanuel9789]

☝☝

[@Benjackalope]

+Vicious Cosmo Can't imagine myself ever disagreeing with Vicious Cosmo as such.

[@sunacchi9402]

For shame to the people who unsubscribed!

[@migwi17]

6 years ago and still my favorite animated short ever.

[@vsia18]

I have only ONE question. WHY does this video have so few views?! This is a masterpiece which should be shown to a much broader public than just youtube viewers!

[@mscath9425]

This is my favorite short film ever. I always go back to this and watch whenever I have a bad day. It calms me. I love this!

[@ramkam7786]

same, idk why but it makes me feel better

[@DeM0nicStaRZ]

THIS DESERVES TO BE A MOVIE. THIS DESERVES TO BE RECOGNIZED ALL OVER THE WORLD. BEAUTIFUL

[@amandanies3174]

I wholeheartedly agree with you.

[@kat-ymoop4128]

ikr!!!! this is a beautiful story very beautiful

[@abirrached609]

DeM0nicStaRZ. yes ikr i love it ❤❤

[@ksndazed2551]

DeM0nicStaRZ I AGREEEEEEE!

[@dikawanangsari469]

Galaxy Wolf Lover

[@Starius2]

Humankind cannot gain anything without first giving something in return. To obtain, something of equal value must be lost. That is Alchemy's First Law of Equivalent Exchange.

[@Starius2]

***** satan

[@Digitize27]

***** The fact you offered up a duck at all intrinsically means you see it as less valuable than that of a human life. If you saw them as equally valuable, you would not go through with it in the first place.

[@hunterfindon1018]

***** Well I doubt the people accepting these exchanges can read your mind. So regardless of whether you feel it be worth less or more, it doesn't matter as long as you have... or lack the morals to do so.

[@Digitize27]

Hunter Findon Wrong, Throughout the show (I'm talking Brotherhood here) We see Edward consistently offering things up to the creature beyond the gate in return for his brother. This only works when *Spoilers for FMA:B* He offers up his ability to use Alchemy, which is seen as just as valuable to him as his brother's body (and is therefore an equivocal exchange. Keep in mind this is just his brother's body, not his soul, he's still alive; but all the same a concept like 'Not being able to do Alchemy anymore' Is somehow worth this. If this creature cannot read minds then this is just using some arbitrary measure; obviously it has some means of deeming personal worth on the things it is offered as exchange.

[@hunterfindon1018]

***** Well then, if that is the case where they somehow know the worth of something, then alright. Honestly, I know very little about this anime, so I'll take your word on that.

[@ajmasagca]

"Humankind cannot gain anything without first giving something in return. To obtain, something of equal value must be lost. That is alchemy's first law of Equivalent Exchange. In those days, we really believed that to be the world's one, and only truth." - Alphonse Elric, Full Metal Alchemist

[@ryb3198]

I want this to be a movie so bad! I loved it! Beautiful work!

[@RobertDigitalArtist]

Rykken Beck Yeah, had the same, although this naturally seems like it would be the closing scene, after the son having traveled a long difficult journey to find this. Maybe it could also just pick up from here with the son and his daughter still trying to repair the machine while maybe some villain heard of it as well and is trying to beat them to it or so :P

[@pixitier4604]

Robert LC - Digital Artist I think if they were to try repairing it it would go against the moral of the tale. The journey plot would be a better option to me.

[@morpheoss]

Robert LC - Digital Artist ya i don't see any reason why they would need to repair it if they did the hole point of this video would be pointless. also i don't think i would like some villain being added it would be much better of a movie without some bad guy they need to get rid of.

[@CytheriaXylia]

Pixitier I agree. I think if it was ever a movie, it would be a whole lot more interesting if it was more about the journey. I think it would make this scene more powerful than it already is, and you'd gain more feelings for the son and gain more insight on what type of character he is.

[@vvwakamiya7818]

OMG same :D

[@adamwatson2914]

John Hurt has such a wonderful voice for this type of thing.

[@mitchellwhite9920]

I've been saying it for years. Only love matters. Music, food, walks, humor, talking..EVERYTHING takes on a certain glow. And of course strife and struggles as well as grieving are so much more bearable when shared with any one you trust and love the most. It can often be the easiest thing to discover for some or the single most difficult thing to achieve..but so worth at least trying and ONLY works when reciprocated.

[@jojothebard6687]

"Equivalent exchange... It is the way of the alchemist. All is one and one is all."

[@jojothebard6687]

Joseph Mayes God bless anyone who got that reference.

[@richeldelorenzo9947]

Not with the feels again haha! I swear once I'm over it, somebody else hints at it :P

[@yamooks2839]

Joseph Mayes Haha FMA XD

[@EyeGanGrowl]

Joseph Mayes i was about to write that, absolutely correct

[@MilaThePurpleOne]

Yes!

[@pikachupussie644]

wow I'm blown away I wonder why mind blowing shorts films like this never make it to the big screen when we have so many BS movies going mainstream all the time !! this is absolutely superb

[@juanitamaeparish2116]

Like frozen........ugh......this beats frozen a million times more and its ten times shorter.

[@thatboringone7851]

Everyone has their preferences, bud. Try not to put down other's to raise your own.

[@tylerdurden4408]

they only make movies that make money that's why there's so many shit movies like Remakes! If I had the money there would be a lot of better movies and pornos lmao

[@Putokii]

ThatBoringOne Saying that you dont like a movie or that you prefer something else doesn't mean putting down hun. That's his prefence and you just put his down. Contradicted yourself there.

[@thatboringone7851]

Haruka Tsukiyama My point was more that he didn't have to go "this short is a million times better than this other completely unrelated movie. Ugh, that unrelated movie" to explain how he likes the short. Stating simple dislike or preference is a little different from that, or at least it is when you've had to babysit twins who like fighting over the damn movie until they're too tired not to. I didn't put his preferences down. If he doesn't like Frozen and likes this short, that's fine. TL;DR It's the way he put his like of this short into words by saying "this other thing is much worse" that I was focusing on.

[@JayrB]

Beautiful Short Film, just took the golden watch that his father made and not the rest of the gold so greed wont take over him like what happened to his father.

[@danterobles4819]

it of remind you Fullmetal Alchemist

[@JayrB]

+Dante Robles i seen that anime, but its been awhile. i might go try check it out again! thanks.

[@danterobles4819]

+Felipe De Villeres you're welcome

[@alexhurlbut]

But what about the daughter/little sister the son sent out to the sea?

[@leereon1244]

She's the narrator, I think she wasn't abandoned.

[@gailfattori6518]

This is probably one of the most beautiful short films that I have ever seen. It left my in tears. So beautiful.

[@martangelo2507]

Sometimes i wonder how much effort and money they put into a such wonderful animation like this.. Thank you for this..

[@danabana8121]

Beautiful. John Hurt has a perfect voice for everything he does. Well done.

[@daisi4925]

This needs to be a movie! This was fantastic

[@rahulgeorge2409]

this film had such a deep message to send across. Kudos to the developers, script writers and all on board the ship who boiled their precious blood to see this work through ☺👍

[@robvious5804]

This... This just needs to be a full length movie. It NEEDS to be. Absolutely amazing. Great job CGBros.

[@jamesrw2004]

It just astounds me how the memories twist and change into different elements to fit the story!!! TOP notch voice acting and an awesome storyline. This should be a film and I thank the creator and his team for making this beautiful piece of work.

[@nahlanahla3364]

I don't know how many times I have re-watch this. I always coke back to this video from time to time. There is something about it that makes you feel good. ❤

[@whiskywizz]

I like the machine that told story from the scence to the scence. It's like Pensieve in Harry Potter.

[@ksndazed2551]

This deserves an AWARD!!! A PRECIOUS GOLDEN MEDAL TO BE PRECISE!

[@whit2642]

It is getting one. Look at the reception it has had. Alchemy is also story tellers who create thought and imagination into others. :)

[@shi_eesh1713]

Engene 🥺 Suddenly get so proud as soon as I see an enhypen stan omg!🥺🥺💜 And trueeee this animation does deserve an awardddd

[@haydenstuart1945]

John Hurt rest in peace. One of the best voices to be recorded.

[@zayn09radz]

Oh my god. I was thinking about how the Alchemist sounded a lot like John Hurt. Turns out it really is him! I love him so much he adds magnificence and magic to everything. This short was so, so lovely. I hope we get more stuff that's as beautiful as this! ✨💖

[@MaryluvsGod1]

this will forever be my fav short film 🥹

[@skellington8090]

This is AWESOME! We need a feature-length film about this!

[@p_eabean]

My memories won't be able to power shit hahahaa... :(

[@willsarkarpongase1510]

hahaha this burst me into laughter

[@melanieskala7348]

Wow, this is GORGEOUSLY animated! The details and the process of the story were so captivating. WOW! I can't say that enough!I hope that the artists and his team have a great and blessed day!

[@SeeInThree]

Very powerfull, well written and performed with detail. Even though it was pretty short, it took me on a emotional rollercoaster. (a bit like the beginning of "up") Thanks for creating this gem.

[@iindu11]

This short movie is "PURE GOLD" movie. ..... :) Thanks You so so much

[@FelisTerras]

Between the far beyond breathtaking animation, John Hurt's beautiful narration and the quiet, but powerful atmosphere of the both the story as well as the direction, I think this most be one of the most underrated short films ever put into production.

[@eraddication]

This was soooo beautiful that Sir John Hurt voiced the alchemist... R. I. P. Sir John Hurt...

[@titaniumx4507]

My teacher showed this to me and the class 8 years ago. I didn't understand a thing back then but I now i came back and finally watch it again. It is very beautiful. Kinda magical how this also became one of my precious memories

[@chappingcleeks76]

Fate does not even begin to describe this. Why aren't there more like minded beings

[@kaig6135]

Really wishing the music would be released independently, it's absolutely beautiful and is incredibly captivating. This entire short brings chills through every part of me.

[@katiamartins4374]

One of the Most beautiful Book 👍🎆🕊✨🕊🎇🕊♥️ Thank you so much 🙇‍♀️🌹

[@morticialatex]

Wonderful piece, John Hurt's voice was a terrific addition.

[@lucid2969]

I've literally been trying to find this video for years I can't believe I finally found it it would only play when I was like 5 to 6 hours into a trip when I was starting to come down it's honestly one of the best animations I've ever seen. My search has finally ended. ☺️

[@designmessini6329]

Beautiful story and animation. This animated short should of been awarded !

[@FlorenzRyanSotelo]

this is why one should never venture to seek gold alone... precious memories can be created infinitely together.

[@aliammadrafiq745]

John Hurt is the reason which makes this animation so powerful. Rest in Peace you Legend

[@everythingfangirl4532]

This is incredible! I cried, I'm not gonna lie. My only complaint is that it's too short!!! Sir John Hurt is wonderful yet again

[@matthewsherman2085]

Absolutely amazing. In my opinion, it also raises a question. Would YOU trade (precious) memories for wealth? To me personally, it would depend. Do the memories HAVE to be worth a lot to you, or can they be ones that you would like to forget anyway? Because I have a ton of memories I wish I could PAY to forget (as I'm sure we all do), let alone get gold out of it. But if I couldn't use those, and they had to be memories I don't want to forget, then screw it. There are some memories that are priceless. That no amount of gold could match. But what would you do? would you give up memories for gold? If you are base your choice on whether or not you can use unwanted memories, please include that.

[@Mel-xd4my]

A very important question, it made me think! I would never use my memories for gold. Not even my bad ones. Those memories are also important to me because they have teached me so many things. Without them I wouldn't know the things I know now, and I wouldn't be the person I am now. I believe that bad memories can turn into something better if you set your mind to it. And by the way, this video is stunning! I am watching it over and over again...

[@matthewsherman2085]

You make a very good point. I forgot to mention that the bad memories I would personally have erased are ones that I am embarrassed or ashamed of. where I did or said something really stupid that made me feel like an idiot or just an ass. But then again, those memories made me who I am today. Whenever I think about those embarrassing times, it reminds me not to do or say that again. Those incidents changed me for the better. I guess maybe I changed my mind. I wouldn't trade my memories for gold either, even the embarrassing ones.

[@scarbutterfly5003]

+Matthew Sherman Surely memories wouldnt mean much if you are willing to actually trade them for something as hollow as gold?

[@katthecake3538]

Matthew Sherman i feel like it you used memories you dint want, it would destroy what you wanted to turn to gold. like the watch would break down, rist to the point of uselsssness and so on.

[@toahero5925]

Not for gold, but I find myself wondering, Would I trade my memories for the chance to go back and start life over again?

[@Zachary3D]

I couldn't look away... This was so beautiful and well created. AWESOME work.

[@tomitstube]

the gold is a literal metaphor for money and fame, and how it corrupts people. amazing graphics.

[@margam_illustration]

I would absolutely love to watch a full movie like this, even though the most important things are already touched upon in the short :)

[@jerk1921]

John Hurt's voice work is a huge part of what makes this great. His voice is so awesome.

[@PrDrAbbud]

What matters the most: Love. Wonderful. Unfortunately nowadays many of us do not understand this simple truth.

[@zachnathandizon]

Pure Love is Pure Gold I almost cried.... The precious memories that were also the ingredients is love what made anything turn gold

[@rhithwikguvelines6897]

only respect for the creators and mainly the animators who put a lot of effort trying to make it

[@adiwindardi4369]

i was watching these video first on 9gag, and watching it again, i never regret it, because how much detail it put onto this animation... beatiful... i dont had many word to say...

[@ProducerGedalia]

Carlos the writer is a genius! Make this into a movie

[@robertdiehl1281]

I immediately recognized John Hurt’s voice. Great piece of work. R.I.P. John.

[@MiAeron]

Truly a masterpiece.

[@gruffcube]

I watched this at school a few years back.

[@graythesimp1628]

Same I came back for the nostalgia

[@flamedenise19]

So it was John Hurt! I knew I recognize that voice from Merlin's Dragon :3

[@nikisadlowska2224]

Its so amazing!! Its got a True message that gold is not worth more than love!! PLEASE this shud be a real long movie!!!!

[@nuriyaadam8135]

ugh, what is this? it is beautifully made, I loved it very much. If only it was longer

[@timmytiger4035]

this was great

[@theresafushiguro3107]

Because Memories are Gold

[@senyurick218]

A jewels Sweetheart . Their we learn to become a good person through our experiences in Life.(JayneCrafter)

[@kendall9363]

The contraption was very intricate how it displayed valued memories of Jon hurt through models and very complicated mechanisms. I loved it:-)

[@Creophagous]

Happiness in life counts for more. Especially, being happy with the choices you make in life.😇

[@sophiaconwell4275]

cherish every memory

[@sidchillingwitholdies5520]

I used to watch it everyday once there is an aroma of adventure love romance and hatred on one single stage

[@naotocchi]

I love the dubbing in this video, it's just beautiful. The old sounding voice reminds me about Merlin. "In a land of myth, and a time of magic"...

[@sharonolsen6579]

Beautiful story.. ! The creativity and artistic execution of the animation is beyond stunning !! An amazing work of art. To all those involved in creating this film... I commend your brilliant effort.

[@adamdelay2874]

Very much one of my favorites.

[@amygayle2011]

I will never want to trade my most precious memory for all the gold in the world

[@hadykhaled4086]

Son in the end heeds his Father's advice, chooses love (Family), leaving the gold behind (Temptation) which I believe is the right decision in his situation. Man is weak, sometimes it's better to cut off things that might and can corrupt you. Amazing animation.. beautiful work!

[@salvinsam]

It reminds me of a Patek Philippe watch commercial. And so far, the best short animation video I've ever seen. Brilliant!

[@khyahhardnett2874]

This should be a movie

[@TalkativeDomo]

wow, the voice of the narrator + the music, it made it all so very touching. good work

[@catgoesmewow7389]

THAT WAS AN AMAZING SHORT ANIMATED FILM! I hope it could become a movie some day :)

[@vvwakamiya7818]

This should be a movie!!!

[@Manasvv]

So gonna tell this as a bedtime story to my kid someday T_T

[@katthecake3538]

Manas Vhanmane same

[@cfc-clan5959]

Btw I did this for my school lol

[@Manasvv]

Cailum 10 your school is very lucky to have you lol

[@lestell2158]

I want this to be continued this is amazing I'm crying right know and can barely see my screen please do more

[@Uyhn26]

This video will be one of my most precious memories of KZbin.

[@clabssososco4110]

Our time is precious as gold

[@DrachenGothik666]

This was a *gorgeous* little short... RIP John Hurt.

[@dturner1481]

What 's more previous then gold , the one 's you love . The father realize that and made the right choice .

[@MusicIsMyName96]

This needs to be a movie! Like right now! I wish my daddy was more like this though. He's made many mistakes, but never has he passionately expressed his feelings about them like this. As a matter of fact, he says one thing and does another. But I still love him, he's still my daddy in the end.

[@tlRahul]

Beautiful beautiful beautiful beautiful beautiful beautiful beyond

[@margietalk]

gorgeous glass work here! beautiful storytelling and animation.

[@philipchiu7185]

i can't stop crying 😭😭😭😭

[@lh776]

This one hit my heart.

[@legendpinoy]

its been years since i did an essay on this short movie in primary school yet each time i come back to this it makes me emotional TT

[@solahinder1187]

even he have the most valuable things that anyone don't have, he still not happy cause deep down he's heart he know he lose something more precious that anyone can have. memory of you that one time in your life you been love and be love.

[@marcelinaazzuro2432]

This is unbelievably beautiful

[@ismaelvillamarcedeno9148]

This makes us reflect that we should not exchange our family for anything else, like gold, because family is the best treasure that God has given us in this life.

[@fissioncrusier]

the father was right in the end but i wouldve taken the rest of the gold and used it to help people

[@hunterd3142]

Greed isn’t an all or nothing thing. Can you truly say that once you actually had the gold in hand you wouldn’t worry and make excuses to hide it, fearing what people would do if you had more coin?

[@vampy1985]

Magnificent and touching. I've cried at the end...

[@loyal2thesoil57]

I still watch this every few years. It is one of the best!

[@marthagillespie14]

Such a wonderful story and the graphics are gorgeous. This movie is perfection in everything.

[@kraziMuzique]

John Hurt!! i would recognize that voice anywhere!! Beeeeeautiful animation it's so perfect i want to cry~

[@chiquitahoward7343]

BEAUTIFUL

[@jacktrudeau8325]

That was the best short film iv'e ever watched.

[@balvjakpf7741]

Id love to see This as a movie