MISMATCHED - Short Animated Film

[@AlextheENTP]

The story of a friendship needs telling too, not just romantic relationships. This girl invested a lot of time and energy into her night out with her friend, and the friend casually blows her off. The smile in the text, while her real face is disappointed, says exactly what needs to be said about their dynamic. GIRL, I'll be your bestie! We can text all day long 😊

[@Unknowncuriousity]

Yes I was just searching for this comment.

[@youniqesparklez]

Hey if it's once or twice I get it. but other than that I can't stand a flake

[@NightWink129]

Yeah, it's more like her friendship is mismatched, rather than her clothing, which none of it is... Makes me wonder if the title is actually named after the character's "friend."

[@avennli]

Person just fell asleep and now their friendship is fake ... Do you really understand, what friendship is? I dunno, maybe accepting that all of us can make mistakes?

[@AlextheENTP]

@@avennli One of the challenges of short film is conveying plenty of information in a few minutes. The viewer is shown a slice of the protagonist's life, from which we can extrapolate what the rest of her life is like. To put it another way, let's see this girl fall asleep when she has a work function, or a dinner reservation to meet her fiancé's parents. She won't, because she regards them as important. The friendship isn't necessarily "fake" - but the investment they each put in is, as the title reveals, mismatched. It happens to everyone at some point, and I think the film told this often untold story quite beautifully.

[@callmemad4515]

I like how she wears the same outfit at the end as the one she started with. Totally something I would do after hours of changing. 💀

[@JackieDroujko]

Yeah I like that Easter egg! Not sure if it’s obvious though 😅

[@callmemad4515]

@@JackieDroujko I like that it’s subtle, actually. It’s funnier when you notice it.

[@sarahnkanu]

That’s hilarious! I didn’t even notice ! So good

[@Errorkinnie5]

FRRRR

[@oliverwebb6274]

@@JackieDroujkot definitely comes across! I noticed right away, and I can absolutely relate 😂

[@kingkooki7761]

this was really fun to watch, but the ending made my heart drop. i know it's not that sad, but i remember all the times i get really excited to go out with someone and put all this effort into my outfit because i'm so excited for them to text last minute they want to cancel. omg the disappointment and devastation i feel, and i felt it through them.

[@kingkooki7761]

​@@jasminschmalzl9734 well i did say not THAT sad, and the creator calls it a "pet peeve"

[@jasminschmalzl9734]

@@kingkooki7761 In my opinion it is Not only sad, but very sad and even deppressing. Thats not only "pet peeve". It's about how, especially our, generation fews people: like objekts. Switching, using and discarding people and their so called "Friends" like (old) clothes. Sad generation. Complains about all the bullshit they recive, but beeing assholes themselves. Yes forgetting to answer or chanceling last minute can happen. Put it's becoming the norm nowadays. You don't even have to make a call. Just a little "sorry can't make it" and thats it. The same with birthdays or holiday greetings. There are even internet sides we're you can copy replies, greetings or you just send a picture. Preferably some you got from another "friend", so you can spare you the time and effort to look for it yourself. Ah! And don't forget the copyfunktion, so you can send it to all your whats app contacts at once. Why put yourself through all the effort and work and write for everyone a special unique text, if you can spend your time actually for usefull things, like yourself and your our own happyness? Cause making other people happy can't probably make you happy as well. Yes thats right. And whys that? Because other people are thinking THE SAME BULLSHIT WAY LIKE YOU and don't apreciate your efforts. You recive bullshit and you give bullshit in return. And than you complain about it. Thats our generation. What a sad, sad thing.

[@Anonymous-wi6ig]

Not to mention you feel embarrassed bc you're putting in all this effort and it makes you feel like you're a loser for caring so much when they don't

[@jasminschmalzl9734]

@@Anonymous-wi6ig exactly. But I also have to mention this: Always keep in mind your friends feelings and don't do things they might be uncomfortable with. Like holding their birthday party at a strip club, buying an animal without permission, or a making a brithday cake with lots of calories when they are trying to lose weight etc. Not every person is the same. And just because you like something, doesn't mean your friend likes it to. It's always a matter of the situation and time, what your friend values, what they want/need and what not and what charakter they have. You can't expect them to be happy about everything you do or buy them, especially not, if you hurt your friend feelings on the way. And IF you indeed did hurt your friend feelings APOLLOGIZE. And don't put the blame on your friend. It's basically the same as if you say "If you don't do this or make that, you aren't our friend anymore". And thats not friendship. Thats using someone.

[@silly-skelatonin]

I too find it quite upsetting! I’ve had plenty of times where I’ve actually had the courage to go out with friends and they forget to tell me they’ve cancelled 😭 happens to the best of us I guess

[@jutton11]

"Raincheck? Sure :)" Had me in fucking tears

[@SunshineCatwoman]

I didn't know tears could do that.

[@reiboo.-.]

@@SunshineCatwoman LMFAO

[@Seungberrys_cult]

@@SunshineCatwomanbest comment so far lolll

[@andreabarok412]

Why

[@moraalaa7001]

wanted to change the number 666 :'D

[@dannaalquati]

The end result it’s amazing ❤️ congrats

[@lavendertea1096]

❤

[@havenmirlo8542]

OMG Danna :0

[@albertodogstein4536]

Whaa Danna que hacés acá? XD

[@m00nsickn3ssx6]

Danna? ;--;

[@chesswanderlust-sama465]

Danna!!! :D

[@jacobtrump9946]

This was great! It was so fun seeing the process through the year and the it was definitely worth the wait! The colors and lighting so good in this! Can’t wait to see what you create next year👏

[@cottonfluff1317]

Been there to that extent once, it's devastatingly disappointing. The next day my friend was like "oops I fell asleep." we had a serious talk after. My friend said she'd do better, and she didn't. So I'm now considering our entire friendship yet again. It's sad, the same happens to her but the person who stands her up is her boyfriend. I feel this cycle can be vicious and I'm seriously considering breaking it. It's so difficult getting friends nowadays though and it sucks that when we do see each other, we have an amazing time together. Good video though, made me reflect.

[@818-t8y]

The EXACT same thing happens to me!

[@cottonfluff1317]

@@818-t8y Sorry you're going through it too love, I ended up breaking our friendship some months ago. It was just not worth it in the end. I feel much better now and I've gotten new friends that are much more present in my life. Wish you all the best!

[@ramennyun2137]

I LOVE IT!! I love the colors, love the lighting, love the character design, and love how you chose to tell the story! also loved watching your progress throughout the year. I'm working on a film as well (senior thesis film!) and seeing how great yours turned out really inspires me to keep working hard and to keep at it. can't wait to see your next one, I love your work!

[@coolpumpkins453]

yes, the lighting!! wow!

[@Jeevitham15011]

You're really good as well!! I checked out your chanell!!

[@tubbygubbler]

the dual meaning of the title was honestly not something i expected (mismatched outfit vibes, mismatched friendship) but it was a welcome surprise ☺️ great work on this animation, seriously!!

[@SillyCelly411]

Excellent excellent excellent work! In my heart I’m a fashion girl so it was so cute and exciting to see all of the outfits the character cycles through. This has so much energy and punch and fun! Congrats on all your hard work and well done 🎉

[@SsLoage]

YESSS

[@cry_stalll]

I would kill for an adult animated series / cartoon in this style. So visually pleasing

[@Gen.berseker25]

Agreed!

[@DialecticRed]

I'm so suprised this channel is so small - the animation is incredibly fluid, and just so charming to watch. And on top of that, it's a cute, fun, relatable story! Easily 10/10

[@aidymurph3887]

If this happend to me I'd be so mad, but this is such a good short theme love the vibes it brings and following the journey on tt has been wonderful

[@margauxogrimen8127]

I absolutely love how the colors were all warm with yellow and orange in the beginning, and then ends with cool colors such as blue and purple. Such a pretty looking film! It's amazing!

[@Sirsanunu]

This was such a cool short film! The color scheme was amazing! And the plot was so relatable 😭 I know how it feels to not be able to decide want to wanna wear. This was definitely worth the wait! you did an awesome job! (Ps: I can’t wait to pick this apart and find all the little details)

[@Onions-Fear-Me]

That movement was so smooth 0:19

[@gmons100]

the sound of crying at the end of the credits is too real

[@Agrona_Vritra.]

I was really wondering if anyone else noticed that, no one was writing about it...

[@user-gh8sg7oc9r]

🤷‍♂️ some people just are unworthy of your time. Pull back a little bit, if they don't put up effort keep it that way until the friendship rights itself or the problem takes itself out of your life.

[@drippycity4135]

Was it crying? I interpreted it as a laugh.

[@xty]

This is amazing I love it 😍 pleeeease do a process video

[@greylight6617]

Oh her tiktok she did an entire series about this, I recommend to watch it. It’s very interesting!

[@blearkob]

@@greylight6617 I'm pretty sure they were joking haha

[@greylight6617]

@@blearkob Jackie actually does process videos, but if they want it early I reccomened to go watch those, I’m pretty sure they weren’t

[@babidavi6910]

@@blearkob I don't think so

[@Filmsbyrose]

This is one of my comfort animations. I love everything about this. The way the pace quickens, along with the music. The art style, everything is perfect. I can’t explain how much this little 1 minute video tickles my brain, but it’s wonderful and I truly love this with my whole heart. Whenever I’m down or need a distraction, this will be my go-to forever ☺️💗

[@quietcherry9219]

I thought this was a super good animation made by a team, then I realised the whole thing was made by one person bar the music, vocals and sound effects. Speechless. 💕

[@cheshiredeimos1874]

This is why I absolutely HATE the "self care" trend of canceling plans. If you are burnt out and need to prioritize yourself, then don't overbook yourself. Cut back on the plans you make. Don't bail on your friends last minute.

[@Polar2710]

I rememeber seeing this in the early stages :0 so seeing it all come together feels so nice and just the way everything slowly reached the end where she ended up wearing her first outfit, and how cute it looks I just!! I love animation, I love seeing the way people do it! I love doing it and the process! Well done! SO much could be said on the lighting and the color choice alone excluding how each outfit makes you pause to see what crazy and uniqe outfit's been made, making you unpause and seeing the next! :D I can't wait to watch this over and over again, and look at the little details I missed each rewatch. :) Can't wait till next year :D

[@JackieDroujko]

:’) thanks so much

[@timmothy58]

...that commercial...best i've ever seen...and i'm an old guy...wow...

[@Tombola1993]

I gotta feeling it’s gonna be cute.

[@mahlioz]

This is incredibly underrated, for a short film someone spent so much time making. Beautiful!

[@sleepy.timaeus.arts.]

😭 rip to her. hours of work down the drain. also i love how many different styles she has just sitting around in her closet and drawers 🙈 I loved seeing the progress videos, and loves watching the final project as well! amazing job, and thank you for sharing :)

[@One-Handle-ug3od]

YO THIS WAS SICK, just watched ur primeire and it was awesome

[@4PersonL_AccounT]

1:26 is that.. her crying? man.. 😥

[@blearkob]

the parallel frame at the beginning and end is SO COOL

[@KiaraGunasekara]

Why is this so relatable?

[@Kathy-qt8a]

Let's be friends.

[@KiaraGunasekara]

Yeesssssssssss

[@thcarneiro]

I totally agree with you. The "cut the middle man" is a killer argument.

[@jammydodger792]

RESPECT! I know as an animator myself that this would take ages! The film is amazing.❤

[@rileyalper5750]

Watching this after the making of hits different. It shows just how long it takes to make such a short film. I am currently making my own film, wish me luck!

[@meganvega5108]

Definitely worth the wait! I really loved watching all of your process videos, and following along with the project! Truly, it made the final product even more spectacular to watch AND as someone who would love to do this in the future, it was also really educational, and I appreciate the time and effort you took to show us 😊

[@laneAkeetyo]

I really liked the animation, it's beautiful and really fluid. However I'm happy to not be that person anymore. I never fully was to begin with, but I honestly would stress so much about an outfit only for the most important events. I feel that stressing over outfits for casual night out build anticipation and expectations that are not really worthy of most night out, and can even make them more stressfull than they should be (especially if you decide on pricey clothes/shoes). Of course it's completely personal. Also as an adult, so many things can go in the way of your night out that I'd rather have a fun plan B at home and not be too disappointed. But it might really depends on how much someone needs social interactions, and we are all quite different. Either way, it was really nice, and I really enjoyed the colors too.

[@deede2378]

Now I gotta go back and see every outfit! ❤

[@Cartoonicus]

I'm loving these backgrounds.

[@improbablyinnocent3291]

that was absolutely gorgeous! the snappy animations and poses were just chef's kiss

[@jamjamsandwichh2458]

WOW it really hits different from seeing the progress to the final product! Thanks for documenting ur process it felt like we made this journey with you!:)

[@MitchBolton]

Alright. Well done on those audio choices. The rythmatic typing sounds hinting at the music, to the dope end track. The story is solid and amazing. Nice work.

[@fullmetal-animator]

A perfect example of how you can take an everyday, mundane dellima and make it instantly humourous as well as relatable. The art style and animation is gorgeous as well. Great stuff!

[@ninko.biloba]

wahoo, just coming from the video where you explain the amount of work necessary for that story to exist! That is crazy!

[@mochi_ani]

This style makes me feel such a specific way and I love it so much. You nailed it! Feels brand new and original with a lil touch of 2000s nostalgia 🥹

[@Lonal_alone]

Ligthing for this animation is great❤

[@su4sh33zabd7]

I adore all the different styles, from scene to kawaii this animation is both gorgeous and fashionably diverse in stylistic choices. Absolutely amazing!!!

[@valentinaluzardo1646]

Jackie you did a great job. It's amazing how much effort and patience goes into a project like this. You're an inspiration to artists of any kind ❤

[@KelahCash]

This was so good! It's so real! Like, "What's the vibe tonight" was spot on 😂 curating event/theme specific outfits is no joke, it requires time! I felt so disappointed & irritated that her friend canceled like that. It definitely happens & the inconvenience is not always intentional, but still- you put in all this effort & at the time yall should be leaving to meet up is when the plans fall apart. Ugh. Sis shouldn't have lied about not finding an outfit, but it be like that sometimes. We just oughta be real. Whether it's an "Okay" or "😩" instead of a forced, inauthentic message, or you actually saying, "Sis I done found a whole outfit & I'm about to head out the door. Quit playing" 😂 we should just be real with our sistahs & bros 🩷

[@liammorris7232]

Haha this is so fun! Exactly how I feel getting ready

[@Mi.0r]

bro i started jumping with joy when i saw this posted

[@gos_707]

True colors is the most and stunning thing to be a spider by everybody and of course, clothing. The solution was sometimes we gotta ask ourselves what to wear or what you look good should I wear this should I look studying or a modest? To be honest is actually our thing that people in all of us most do.

[@Zaz3014]

watching this after watching the whole process anddd mann animation is toughhh. Hats Off!

[@VioAnimation]

I LOVE the vibe of your style! Can't describe it in words, the visuals describe it all, especially love the clear shapes and the subtle textures :) I also like how the light changes throughout the shots to show that it's getting really late

[@mr._.stripes7243]

It's finally done congratulations you did amazing

[@raspberry767]

I totally felt it. There is always a raincheck and they never findout how heart breaking they act

[@creativevitality]

You did it! I am amazed by your skill and drive! Well done Jackie! Hope to do my own animated short film one day so I appreciate you also sharing your process online, so motivating.

[@jimbean4815]

this is what weve all been waiting for. process video?!

[@rhiannoncripwell808]

It’s great to see it all come together after watching the entire process over these past months!

[@michaelp2147]

Me who can’t decide what style should I wear: Btw I love the animation! It’s so relatable and cute, and it’s so well put-out, REALLY fun to watch!

[@littlemimi8145]

Seeing the process of making this short movie makes want to watch again and again and appreciate everything single second of it! Amazing work ❤️❤️

[@delfinal7560]

The amount of work put into this... God damn impressive. And the results are incredibly beautiful

[@othrwrldlysystm]

the accurate and amazing depictions of scene and punk make my alt heart 🥺🥺

[@archer_blue]

I adore the colour pallets omg everything goes so well together

[@briannalambert3483]

it’s so cool seeing it all come together!! well done :D

[@xoxo.em26]

This looks amazing and I love it ❤ I think I’ve watched it about 3-4 times 😂

[@caspreverest]

I can't tell you how relatable this is...

[@strwberry_lemonde]

this is so relatable i hate taking forever choosing what to wear and then at the end you are left with a hell of a mess in your room

[@a.silly_kitty]

wtf why is this so relatable (i luv the film btw!!)

[@yourlocalgay9594]

The little detail where we can hear her crying at the end is everything

[@JonathanRivera-dj6mm]

Nice work and music! There must be more movies and series in this style! Greetings from Mexico!

[@RakiReviews-bu6hp]

A 1 min 30-second classy short film. A good storyline which engaged me till the last second. As I am not native to American or British English, it took me 3-4 times to understand what was happening. The music work was excellent. The animation work was also good. It was a new kind of animation, I didn't notice this kind of animation anywhere....but while typing this I had a sudden thought that this animation look similar to spiderman into the spider verse...Well done! Keep going!

[@CatherineLHaws]

I just stumbled upon your behind the scenes KZbin video for this, and seeing the finished project is amazing! Well done, and thank you for sharing the process with us!

[@gxgi_rose4102]

THIS KINDA RELATABLE does anyone else get rlly flustered when they can’t find the perfect outfit to wear for the occasion. Or be in a bad mood if the outfit isn’t good or is that just me?

[@laceylovessart]

The improvement from bang bang to this is crazy. Amazing work 🤭

[@ninatrifonova4157]

Hey first watched how you made the movie and then this masterpiece!!! Great work, keep doing it! 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@NixonAnimation]

Incredible work, as always! Loved the music too, perfect

[@carolinea3899]

You did so good! This is awesome! I love the lighting and colors

[@clairealmon3722]

Wow! Fantastic! So cute. I loved the story and the look. Congrats on doing that SOLO as well. That’s a huge undertaking. 🎉

[@Willowtheditor]

I watched the whole series on your TikTok and I am so hyped for it to be out! :)

[@YahwehsSetApartArt]

lol, read the description box--yeah that can definitely be a bummer... That was a lot of work you did, about a years worth! You did mention this was done by yourself....great job! I enjoyed it and as you said, the costume designing was your favorite part (I can tell)...they were cute! Keep up the great work!

[@crazychickengirl]

watching this after the behind the scenes makes me appreciate this so much! That video was really fun to watch and to know how much time goes into animating. It both inspired me and discouraged me (because of all the work and my limited patience 😅) But I loved it so much!!! Both the behind the scenes and the video were amazing!!! 😍💕💕

[@janlukegabriel]

Mismatched... Mismatched outfits... Mismatched people... Genius!

[@POOPY125]

OMG I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS!

[@Leo-bi5uv]

Loved watching your process making this lovely results

[@Iwilltry.]

SOOO EXCITED!!

[@sayonarameaninggoodbye]

Ugh, I love this short film so much ❤

[@hannahkate18]

I've been watching this film get made on tiktok for so long its awesome to see the final product!!

[@rosaliajimenez5332]

SO looking forward to this 😍😍😍❤️!

[@melissavillegas123]

honestly too relatable !! 😂 i love it though and i loved watching the process of making this short film. keep up the great work 🫧🫶🏼

[@naysdigitart1417]

I looove this! The color and the lighting are sooo good. Your short films are always so fun, cant wait to see the next 🤪💛✨

[@LyndaChiwetelu]

I came here from watching the 'how i made an animated short film...' video. this is amazing, i can't imagine how much perseverance and hard work it took! and it's also so good. so good. absolutely love the coloring ❤

[@Unpaid_ChildWorker]

The fact that her bestie didn’t answer to her until she got the outfit she chose (literally the first one) is funny and very true irl

[@markgrey5360]

Aww it's a shame about the night out being cancelled, when she looked so fired up for it at the end. Such a great video though. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@mar_mar_animations2927]

That was amazing! Loved it! I waited for it for so long.

[@sarasuarez5529]

this made me so much sadder than it should have 😭😭😭😭 gorgeous film as always

[@Nel_Kasa]

I love it , been waiting for this for days and I finally got to watch it 💖

[@sarahtug.hob.8143]

this is so cute!

[@hermionemorris1462]

I watched this video and completely changed the lighting for my animated short, and it's so much better for it. Thank you. xx

[@zeynep-sevvalozdemir728]

Can’t wait to see ittt 🥹😚❤️💖💫

[@miagatwa2457]

aAHHH, I’M SO EXITED, THIS FEELS SO SURREAL.

[@Jack-sy8mr]

When you just casually go full scene😂