FIRST HUNT | Animated Short Film | Sheridan Thesis

[@maskiidoodle]

Thank you for watching my film, and a huge thanks to everyone that helped make it possible! I worked hard on this during my final year at Sheridan in 2023, and I'm very happy to finally share it with you all. I learned a lot while creating this film, and I look forward to applying what I learned to more projects in the future. Any help in sharing this film around is greatly appreciated! Consider following me on other socials if you'd like to see more from me: x.com/Maskiidoodle instagram.com/maskiidoodle/ bsky.app/profile/maskii.bsky.social

[@SAGOTO2006]

What are the species? Dakotaraptor and stygimoloch (or young pachycephalosaurus)?

[@maskiidoodle]

@@SAGOTO2006 I took a lot of creative liberties with the designs, but the baby and mom are based on Utahraptors, and the two antagonists are based on Dracorex

[@SAGOTO2006]

@@maskiidoodle ah ok thanks.

[@joannabevan5456]

❤❤🥰🥰👍👍🤗🤗

[@KamD.]

KZbin finally recommends me dino animations again 🥹

[@Brunette_2005]

1:50 I like that the “bad dinos” aren’t portrayed as purely villainous and sadistic. The look of the horned dino serves as a good reminder that in nature, no animal is truly good or bad, just trying to survive.

[@nathancomixproductions466]

I think these "bad dinos" might be an undiscovered species of ceratosaur, possibly a dilophosaurid or a noasaurid.

[@Managable_Mayhem]

These are gonna be my favourite raptor designs for a long time I think~

[@kalebsproule2701]

These designs are so sleek elegant and snappy they're definitely going to influence me too

[@spacerunner357]

Me to

[@spacerunner357]

Yeah sleak and snappy sounds right:)!

[@glitchhoffe1293]

I might be obsessed with looking at them ngl

[@CretaceousM]

Now these are my kind of people

[@PinkSaurian]

I love how you give the stygimolochs (or whatever they are) emotion through out some parts of the animation, especially at the end.

[@BoneMarrow1]

They look like something ceratosaur like

[@DeepEye1994]

I don't think they're based on any specific dinosaur (I mean, I'm no expert but I think as a kid I would've been aware of raptors with dragon-like horns if they existed), but rather represent a clichéd "Rule Of Cool badass monstrous dinosaur" types like the stuff out of Primal and any old Pulp Magazine-inspired works. Which is a nice contrast to the feathered raptor.

[@ursapolargalactica]

They can be dracorex, One of my favorite dinosaurs

[@BoneMarrow1]

​@@ursapolargalactica dracorex is invalid specie

[@aDumbBoiAndHisCats]

@@ursapolargalactica In the live chat it said they were loosely based after dracorex

[@tnynfox1669]

The "villain" raptor's horns and horizontal pupils 1:05 suggest they may be a prey species, and they were trying to eradicate a future threat.

[@graciliraptor3990]

Coulda been something like a packy if not for the teeth

[@M0THFR0MH3LL]

@@graciliraptor3990 I think they are pachys... just stylized or somethin`

[@JoseR1207]

In fact. They're Pachys.

[@ScaryScarab21]

That and the pupils - like a goat.

[@wolfywlf3983]

I thought they were carnos

[@Nastya_Klimova]

This is incredible! The designs, the smoothness of animation, the emotion - everything is top notch! Huge respect, amazing work ❤

[@mintikfur]

ooooh Nastya Klimova! I expected to see you here and even wanted to send this to telegram 15 minutes ago, and here you go! Wow, I didn't expect it)

[@maskiidoodle]

Thank you very much!!

[@Pong-1977]

Какие люди в Голливуде

[@Parrotze]

Любимка тоже тут))

[@mintikfur]

@@Parrotze даддвддаадда

[@williambolden4325]

1:59 I love how, after the intense fight they had, the pupils of the dromeosaur mother and chick go from slits to more rounded. Such an awesome detail!

[@ec_fandomcollecter]

1:50 That look makes me feel bad for the “bad” Dino. Poor thing :(

[@pinkponypuppy9586]

Yeahh kinda felt bad lmao, they were basically just trying to survive but having your partner/teammate get smashed by a rock in front of you Mustive been somewhat traumatic lol. At least it’s a good ending for the raptors

[@luismartin3227]

Como soy mala persona y un inmaduro dire sue senti lo contrario

[@spacerunner357]

I love how much emotion you put into your characters's faces

[@Descenacre]

god tier recommendations pull

[@maskiidoodle]

Happy to hear youtube is doing its thing. Thank you for watching!

[@MichaelFriesen-gu9zn]

is this dinosaur show coming out soon

[@pc_gamer2231]

@@maskiidoodle what is the music

[@MicroMoth_1]

1:49 I like how once they realise they’ve been defeated. They have rectangular pupils, much more like prey animals.

[@Ledinosour673]

i like how you make the raptors fully feathered while still keeping that "jurassic park but cartoony" aesthetic you were going for

[@kalebsproule2701]

Thy words cannot express exquisitely thou's excitement for ones animation picture production perfectly

[@LaManchalandsDonQuixote]

Sancho?

[@GoldLove21]

Zeistial that you?

[@headwreak1768]

I like how this balances the classic beastly look of 1990s dinosaurs while having some modern ideas thrown in, like the proper feathering mixed with accurate proportions and some pronated wrists for stylisation.

[@davidfiore4677]

0:33-0:35 I absolutely LOVE that shriek the mother raptor made!

[@GandalfTheTsaagan]

Are those Pachycephalosaurs? I love when people make them go feral. You can't tell me that a creature that had a huge morning star for a skull wasn't a menace regardless of its diet.

[@patronsaintofprocrastination]

Agreed! And most herbivorous dinosaurs would be total menaces. They were huge, very powerful and lived alongside some of largest and deadliest predators ever. They would need to be very agressive to survive, just like herbivores in the African savannah. Just because something won't eat you, it doesn't mean it won't kill you.

[@nathancomixproductions466]

@@patronsaintofprocrastination Objection! Pachycephalosaurs wouldn't have teeth as big as 0:10 because they look more like theropod teeth. I suggest that they're an undiscovered species of ceratosaur, the likes of which appear as if it's a missing link between the archaeoceratosaurs (eg: Coelophysis, Dilophosaurus, Herrerasaurus, etc) and the neoceratosaurs (eg: Ceratosaurus, Carnotaurus, Masiakasaurus, etc). I've been tryna think of a name for it, but if you can think of one, please let me know.

[@DeeRose54]

@@nathancomixproductions466Pachycephalosaurs do actually have quite sharp teeth.

[@nathancomixproductions466]

@@DeeRose54 But they would never have been as big as 0:10 don't you get it? I literally said they were an undiscovered species of ceratosaur!

[@DeeRose54]

@ They’re scaled up to show expression, it’s a cartoon. The creator said they were based on pachycephalosaurs in a comment.

[@Fan-studios300]

Outstanding!🥹❤️‍🔥👏🏻

[@ShovelLettuce]

This animation has captured my heart and made me care about two dinosaurs in just two minutes

[@sircompy5386]

We need a whole series in this with more dinosaurs. This is amazing!

[@SMFMizelle]

This is absolutely fantastic, I love how you were able to tell a complete story full of suspense and emotion with no words needed! The sounds for each species work so well, especially the hisses and chirps the raptors use. The lighting/color change at the climax of the fight was a really clever way to differentiate the rapid POV changes. I also appreciate that you were able to show the violence of the fight and death without being overly gory, you hit the perfect balance. This is an amazing film for your thesis, I hope you are very proud of what you have achieved so far! Major props to the whole team for this one, I would definitely watch more from this world. I look forward to seeing your future projects!

[@Scarlex87]

I've never seen such an unusual design for a pachycephalosaurus (or is it a prenocephale?). Very cool short film!

[@maskiidoodle]

Theyre very loosely based on Dracorex, though I've heard Dracorex may just be young Pachycephalosaurus, so technically yes!

[@Acro8927]

@@maskiidoodleDracorex and Stygimoloch are indeed just young Pachycephalosaurus sp., they’ve been synonymous for a while now

[@MelanieVasquez-x7v]

I’ve thought they were just dinosaur designs because idk yeah

[@OtachiKaiju68]

Pretty much carnivorous ones too

[@Goodgamer97-1]

​@Acro8927u sure abt that? I'm not sure tho. There's been some debate but it goes either way imo

[@ChickenScratch-Feathers]

I absolutely love this. I loved the sounds of the raptors especially! I love how you used mixtures of different animal calls and sounds. The raccoons, snakes, tropical primates, birds, so cool!!! The character designs are so neat! And the animation is incredible, so smooth and it's clear a ton of effort, thought, and love was put into this short film. Absolutely amazing!!!

[@CrunchyCrowe]

The Character designs, the Movement, THE COLORS, the fight choreography, THE FRAMING- Beautiful!!! THIS IS SO STUNNING!!

[@maskiidoodle]

Thank you very much!!

[@chriszimmermann7455]

Brilliant! Amazing to see your progression as an artist.

[@maskiidoodle]

Thank you!

[@dragonphoenix790]

That was enjoyable from the feisty fight to a wholesome moment. You did great on these animation!

[@maskiidoodle]

Thank you very much!

[@ZOMIBOM]

literally peak idk how else to say it

[@VicInTheVoid24]

That little creature has a good a good brain in em (also very cool animation)

[@orianimations9763]

AHHHHH THIS IS GONNA BE SO COOL I LOVE DINOSAURS >:)

[@random_dragon]

This reminds me of early KZbin animation and I love it

[@vishalnardeosingh2546]

It's my favorite short film 😮

[@raemyshu]

Fantastically storyboarded, designed and animated! You feel so hard for these raptors that can't even speak~ Every frame is a gem, so vibrant!

[@fleffychickendog]

This was so amazing!! Every single movement was so smooth and felt so natural, I love how well you conveyed the thoughts of the dino characters without using any dialogue. I just love this so much! 💖💖💕😭

[@dionettaeon]

I love this, it's giving me inspiration for how some fight scenes for some of my own Path of Titans stories could play out!

[@ashleypisarts]

I’ve been following you for years, and I would just like to say that I am so proud of you for how far you have come. You are an incredibly talented individual who has an insanely creative mind that I aspire to have!! I absolutely love the energy of the characters and the dynamic between the two dinos!! (Also, kudos to whoever did the sound design too! I love the lil chirps and hyena cackles!) I love this lil short film because it’s a checkpoint in your creative journey as an artist and an animator, and I am so happy for you!! 💕💕💕

[@maskiidoodle]

Thank you so much! and thank you for your support over the years! The sound design was done by Richard T Williams

[@Fossil_Studios_Forever]

MORE!

[@Raven_Animates]

I love how expressive they are, really shows how smart some species could've been back then, let alone how smart a young will be after a certain amount of growth, all in all, a very cute, amazing set of art this is.

[@Kittencloudy4u]

AAA MASKII YOU COOKED SO HARD 😭💖💞✨️ your animations are always so incredible. I feel bad for the other baby at the end, but I guess that's just the way of life. This is such an amazing film!! 😭💖💞✨️

[@maskiidoodle]

TY KIKI!! Dont worry, she was not a baby! The antagonists are fully grown

[@Delta-es1lg]

Absolutely fantastic! I'd watch a whole series like this. Really loved it.

[@lisoak6504]

The colors are pretty, the animation is smooth as butter. I love the expressions they give characters so much emotion without a single word spoken. In that short time you made me care about the characters, I was scared mama raptor is gonna die, it was such a relief she is unharmed and can care for her baby. I was shocked they ate the attacker in the end I didn't expect it.

[@ShootingStarNeo]

Phenomenal. Love what you did with these Weird Birds.

[@АлександрЖивотов-ц4е]

Это пернатые динозавры (хотя динозавры и птицы это одно и тоже)

[@Commissar_tomcat]

I wish there was a way to give a standard ovation across the internet because this was a masterpiece

[@Vahima-e9j]

This is amazing, words cannot express how smooth and amazing it is, with the expressive yet simple looks

[@katelynz9310]

I love how crisp and clear the sounds are

[@lucarionite6538]

If this was a series, I would watch all the seasons more than twice ✨️

[@MaddixHawthorne-u8i]

Can you make a part 2 to this film please it’s so good 😊

[@alodragons]

These are the most amazing most wonderful most... everything AAAAAA i love this animation smmmm ARRARRARRARARRAR

[@TheMimzez]

these character designs are so cute! I'm glad youtube put this on my homepage.

[@LordTatoDum]

The style, the expression, the weight of every motion- This looks so cool!! Really odd question, but were you ever an artist on a website called Scratch in the past??

[@CameronMellies-y4v]

That's flipping adorable and amazing!!!

[@Isabelle-dg8qx]

Ples part 2

[@MrTangent-8]

One...hooked, two there both cute and three..hope they both make it

[@thecreekoftheocean]

I love this so much it's really good!!!!!❤

[@lindsey_the_wolf1294]

No words needed, you did an excellent job conveying emotion with movement and sound.

[@spinosinus]

Amazing animation the enemies look like stygimoloch with utahraptor i love it❤

[@natedrawsthings]

What a stunning video. Beautiful animation.

[@Imnotsmg4bob]

Like a toned down, calmer version of Primal, I like it.

[@madisaurusthelazyspinosaurus]

THIS IS ACTUALLY SO GOOD WHAT- The animation, the designs, the sound effects- just- AMAZING

[@fluffofbull6813]

Love the sounds they make! The hunters had a hyena laugh with some of the calls they made, and I really liked that!

[@nickyAL-l]

cool animation ❤

[@emilyg6905]

Usually short films like this how to sad ending but I'm really glad this one had a good ending

[@jazmynmarshall2607]

This reminds me of creatures of sonara

[@CrescentUmbreon]

I cannot belieeeve how expertly this waa drawn and animated, like on every frame! Saved to an animation playlist

[@gameingwithredhead2944]

This animation is INCREDIBLE!! So smooth so many angles!! Love it

[@dustycouch4526]

This could easily turn into a series about the baby raptor and the baby of the evil creature... Please feel free to take my idea :)

[@KingTrexEditz]

Please make a series out of these! I'd love to see more of this!

[@dramidragon]

THIS IS SOOOOOOOOOOO COOOOL!!!!! this could have been a full movie, absolutel STUNNING!!!

[@maskiidoodle]

Thank you!!

[@js66613]

Another dino film!

[@Evan-wu8zo]

Very beautiful. I like the characterization of the characters' emotions. the story focuses on the puppy who is attacked by predators, the parent comes to his aid and from here the fight for survival begins. 1:47 the shocked expression of the scarred one is a twist that in my opinion allows you to empathize with both of them.

[@MLPLOVER-s5j]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL AND FANTASTIC

[@ariowirawan16]

What amazing animation, love their design too

[@ArthurLiquor]

MASKII THIS GOES SO HARDDD i love the designs and the way the critters were animated and the sounds are super nice to listen to AMAZING FILM!!!!!!!!!

[@maskiidoodle]

THANK YOUUU!

[@The_Red_Scare]

The sound design was IMMACULATE ✨

[@rubyfacinelli5250]

That animation is so good HEAVENLY

[@samm4158]

the animation is butter smooth~ i love your artstyle as well!

[@zurreal9783]

Asside from the great animation, coloring, and story telling, the sound & music choices are amazing!

[@gfanatic9447]

DAMN SON. THAT KID IS GONNA GROW UP TO BECOME A CHAMPION. It's good to be strong and it's good to be smart it's better if he's BOTH.

[@agentsnek]

The emotion and art and animation are all so stunning

[@Avalavadingdong]

love the smoothness of everything plus the baby raptor looks too cute

[@sprinkles9659]

this is absolutely amazing! love the designs!

[@systemshocker2875]

"...your style kinda looks like Helluva Boss/Hazbin Hotel" *sees s2 rough animation reel* " _oh_ "

[@eclipsimuslunalus3393]

I loved this film. It's beautiful

[@MrHydesAlterEgo]

I love the yellow and red outlines in the color pallet -- it really makes the sunset lighting pop!

[@PokeGuy6]

Wow this was really good! The animation was so fluid and the setting was perfect!

[@GoingSwimmingly]

Ooooh I adore the very sharp style on this!! Even on the softer feathered dinos, it gives a feel that I really miss out of newer and rounder cartoons!

[@ponykin88]

Character design, graceful movements, colors, dynamic fighting choreography. Every detail is meticulously crafted to perfection. This is truly a visual masterpiece that will leave you in awe. The energy, the vibrancy, the sheer artistry - it's all so impressive and captivating! Each frame is like a work of art and the seamless choreography brings everything to life in the most exhilarating way. A feast for the eyes and soul!

[@aaronbeckett0714]

We NEED MOREEE!!! MOOOOOOOOOAAAR!!!!

[@bungoustraypups]

this was amazing!! absolutely stellar

[@thetuder5320]

This IS A MASTERPIESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[@FurryCreates]

One word to say…. UNDERRATED like bro, THOSE IS SO AWESOMEEEEEEEE

[@StodaGryph]

Lovely creature design! Very nice work, I hope to see more from you!

[@RainbowToons_]

THIS IS WHOLESOME!! I AM JOYIOUS

[@Dragons_Den_Gaming]

I have no idea how you made a Dino fight into a wholesome moment but it worked so well! The baby was so cute! Also the expression on the attacking Dino after his friend got crushed was priceless!

[@MisleadTruth]

The wet slap as the lil Dino got thrown against the rock had me rolling 😂

[@terrasaurian]

I love the hyena sound of the pachys❤

[@venusthesaltiestplanet3986]

This film is absolutely AMAZING! I’m in love with it, WHOA

[@kool-aid7198]

AMAZINF

[@claran3616]

The noises are really cute! Better than that, they're well done. They blend well and they're not irritating or noticeable in a bad way. Well done!

[@SaidahHonor]

Masterpiece ❤❤

[@TrickyTalon23]

Ohhhh my goooosh I looooove these designs so muuuuuch!!! So cute yet so wild! Such a good twist that the whole time, these dinos were actually planning on hunting the other dinos. It really makes you think about how brutal life must’ve been back then.

[@karastogsdill2263]

ooooohhhh this is freaking awesome!!!!!