KIN (part I of the KIN Fables Trilogy)

[@joelmartinez5961]

Hello everyone! I'm Joel Martinez, one of the producers working on the KIN Fables project. I'm glad to say that the McKinnon Brothers are developping a feature film based on this short. More to come! ' :)

[@QuemSou]

any news?

[@kinfables8839]

Follow us on facebook for updates! New stuff coming out soon. :) facebook.com/kinfables/

[@joelmartinez5961]

@@QuemSou Summer 2019 :)

[@Mir1189]

@@joelmartinez5961 One guy made fan-clip for Paradise Lost - Hallowed Land using this footage. Thats how i learned about your project. He gave you credit :) I will definitely spread the word.

[@notdark1150]

Unfortunately, the movie got cancelled. :(

[@joe6718]

I have watched this whole series so many times and it is so powerful each time

[@Nehochesh]

Вы потрясающие. Я пересматриваю этот шедевр каждый год... Здесь незаслуженно мало просмотров!

[@metallicheskykal]

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[@imen7610]

Why did it take me 6 years to find this? This is amazing

[@Dave-so4je]

Me to.

[@kiela17]

Me 3

[@harshg8306]

Me 4

[@imen7610]

Hhhh I’m so tempted to say Me 5

[@Dave-so4je]

@@imen7610 Then why not say it.

[@JoyaLewisTheMusician]

I just wanna say this is a perfect video. It just is. Everything I could’ve ever wanted to make or see when I was younger. Just music that is textured and rich and makes you float paired with eerie and beautiful visuals. One of my favorites ❤

[@jsmyth024]

“In the end, light will always pierce through the darkness, beaming fiercely through the shadows, cutting its way through the night.” -Ben McKinnon

[@patrickvangelder1367]

“Wake up, sleeper, and rise from death, and Christ will shine on you.” (Ephesians 5:14)

[@jsmyth024]

@@patrickvangelder1367 “Light thinks it travels faster than anything but it is wrong. No matter how fast light travels, it finds the darkness has always got there first, and is waiting for it.” --Terry Pratchett, Reaper Man

[@patrickvangelder1367]

@@jsmyth024 "And being very tired and having nothing inside him, (Shasta) felt so sorry for himself that the tears rolled down his cheeks. What put a stop to all of this was a sudden fright. Shasta discovered that someone or somebody was walking beside him. It was pitch dark and he could see nothing. And the Thing (or Person) was going so quietly that he could hardly hear any footfalls. What he could hear was breathing. His invisible companion seemed to breathe on a very large scale, and Shasta got the impression that it was a very large creature. And he had come to notice this breathing so gradually that he had really no idea how long it had been there. It was a horrible shock. It darted into his mind that he had heard long ago that there were giants in these Northern countries. He bit his lip in terror. But now that he really had something to cry about, he stopped crying. The Thing (unless it was a person) went on beside him so very quietly that Shasta began to hope that he had only imagined it. But just as he was becoming quite sure of it, there suddenly came a deep, rich sigh out of the darkness beside him. That couldn’t be imagination! Anyway, he has felt the hot breath of that sigh on his chilly left hand. If the horse had been any good - or if he had known how to get any good out of the horse - he would have risked everything on a break away and a wild gallop. But he knew he couldn’t make that horse gallop. So he went on at a walking pace and the unseen companion walked and breathed beside him. At last he could bear it no longer. “Who are you?” he said, barely above a whisper. “One who has waited long for you to speak,” said the Thing. Its voice was not loud, but very large and deep. “Are you - are you a giant?” asked Shasta. “You might call me a giant,” said the Large Voice. “But I am not like the creatures you call giants.” “I can’t see you at all,” said Shasta, after staring very hard. Then (for an even more terrible idea had come into his head) he said, almost in a scream, “You’re not - not something dead, are you? Oh please - please do go away. What harm have I ever done you? Oh, I am the unluckiest person in the whole world.” Once more he felt the warm breath of the Thing on his hand and face. “There,” it said, “that is not the breath of a ghost. Tell me your sorrows.” Shasta was a little reassured by the breath: so he told how he had never known his real father or mother and had been brought up sternly by the fisherman. and then he told the story of his escape and how they were chased by lions and forced to swim for their lives; and of all their dangers in Tashbaan and about his night among the Tombs and how the beasts howled at him out of the desert. And he told about the heat and thirst of their desert journey and how they were almost at their goal when another lion chased them and wounded Aravis. And also, how very long it was since had had anything to eat. “I do not call you unfortunate,” said the Large Voice. “Don’t you think it was bad luck to meet so many lions?” said Shasta. “There was only one lion.” said the Voice. “What on earth do you mean? I’ve just told you there were at least two lions the first night, and -” “There was only one, but he was swift of foot.” “How do you know?” “I was the lion.” And as Shasta gaped with open mouth and said nothing, the Voice continued. “I was the lion who forced you to join with Aravis. I was the cat who comfroted you among the houses of the dead. I was the lion who drove the jackals from you as you slept. I was the lion who gave the Horses the new strength of fear for the last mile so that you should reach King Lune in time. And I was the lion you do not remember who pushed the baot in which you lay, a child near death, so that it came to shore where a man sat, wakeful at midnight, to receive you.” “Then it was you who wounded Aravis?” “It was I.” “But what for?” “Child,” said the Voice, “I am telling you your story, not hers. I tell no one any story but his own.” “Who are you?” asked Shasta. “Myself,” said the Voice, very deep and low so that the earth shook: and again “Myself,” loud and clear and gay: and then the third time “Myself,” whispered so softly you could hardly hear it, and yet it seemed to come from all around you as if the leaves rustled with it. Shasta was no longer afraid that the Voice belonged to something that would eat him, nor that it was the voice of a ghost. But a new and different sort of trembling came over him. Yet he felt glad too. The mist was truning from black to grey and from grey to white. This must have begun to happen some time ago, but while he had been talking to the Thing he had not been noticing anything else. Now, the whiteness around him became a shining whiteness; his eyes began to blink. Somewhere ahead he heard birds singing. He knew the night was over at last. He could see the mane and ears and head of his horse quite clearly now. A golden light fell on them from the left. He thought it was the sun. He turned and saw, pacing beside him, taller than a horse, a Lion. The horse did not seem to be afriad of it or else could not see it. It was from the lion that the light came. No one ever saw anything more terrible or more beautiful. Luckily Shasta had lived all of his life too far south in Calormen to have heard the tales that were whispered in Tashbaan about a dreadful Narnian demon that appeared in the form of a lion. And of course he knew none of the true stories about Aslan, the great Lion, the son of the Emperor-over-sea, the King above all High Kings in Narnia. But after one glance at the Lion’s face he slipped out of the saddle and fell at its feet. He couldn’t say anything but then he didn’t want to say anything, and he knew he needn’t say anything. The High King above all kings stooped towards him. Its mane, and some strange and solemn perfume that hung about the manhe, was all around him. It touched his forehead with its tongue. He lifted his face and their eyes met. Then instantly the pale brightness of the mist and the feiry brightness of the Lion rolled themselves together into a swirling glory and gathered themselves up and disappeared. He was alone with horse on a grassy hillside under a blue sky. And there were birds singing. " The Horse and His Boy- C.S. Lewis 1Kings 8:12 "Then Solomon said, "The LORD has said that he would dwell in a dark cloud;..."

[@jsmyth024]

@@patrickvangelder1367 This is so good. I don't even have a snappy comeback. Do YOU know how excellent this is? The timing. The meaning? Did HE? Of course not. Only I KNOW. The light of truth in the darkest depths. Not the artificial light of comforting tales of rescue, though... Ugh! I love life RN. Happy new year! Here's to leaving the lies behind in the dust. 🥂 #unveiled #noslavesnomasters

[@patrickvangelder1367]

@@jsmyth024 Shalom jsmyth024, have a blessed Gregorian 2020. Baruch haba b`Shem Adonai.

[@animatechnica]

that was absolutely stunning - the cinematography, the music, the acting, the sets came together in a symphony - mysterious and intriguing - looking forward to more. Bravo

[@askeletonsdaisy2440]

"All medieval literature, whether it be 'Chansons de geste' or the Arthurian Romances, both saturated with the Celtic spirituality, invariably explore the theme of the forest: a perilous world, refuge of spirits and fairies, hermits and dissidents, but also the place where the tormented soul of the knight, whether his name is Lancelot, Percival,or Ywain, is purified. I feel that very strongly. To me, going into the forest is far more than just a physical need, it is a spiritual necessity" - Dominique Venner

[@desireecavalcante51]

Beautiful quote!

[@demolisherman1763]

I would like to say sorry for your loss Seb, I don’t know much about your brother but I’m sure you cherished him deeply

[@ITFProductions]

the little girl is trying to save the boy from a life of darkness, but when the boy beats the drum, he gets consumed by the dark forces, represented by the crow (which, in the koran, is said to be a symbol of the Djinn) .. ultimately, after a long and dark trek through the forest, representing his life, he climbs to the highest reaches where he finds the little girl once more as the sky parts, and the light enters back into his life. Great job Ben, I really loved this. - Cedric Sequerra

[@nunyabeeswax3112]

This was made over nine years ago and I just now came across it. I didn't get the meaning of it, but it was very enjoyable to watch. The little girl was very cute, liked the knight in his armor, and the Indian heathens were really strange looking. I loved the giant CGI crow creature the most and loved the music to it too. My compliments to the makers of this video and should make more of these. Great job!

[@samarashadow]

I am going to prayse this for as long as I live and recomend it to as many interested persons I know. The haunting vocals truly add a very unique anmosphere that I have never experienced before! I cry everytm....

[@ezdrash]

Beautiful!!! Mystic, mysterious!! I am delighted...

[@monicaalvesbarros1651]

I can't express my emotions right now! You're wonderful, you're made an uncredible and perfect movie!!!!!!! I'm so glad to have seen this!! Congratulatins from Brazil!!

[@NoveemberWolf]

I remember watching this for the first time years ago, i still get goose bumps that can impale an elephant.

[@nonchalaant]

I still can't get over this. Probably one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen

[@nataliakond]

this is probably the most beautiful film i've ever seen

[@MissNessab00]

So Sad For The loss of Ben. The world is forever changed.

[@jasoncroxford]

This is always such a journey that never gets old no matter how many times ive played this beginning to end.

[@Dan_Arp]

This is the best movie I have seen in years... Please keep making them!

[@benjamingentile1660]

I think this film is the first in the history of youtube to have 3742 views and still no thumbs down, and boy did they earn that!

[@bahsazad8089]

Stunning cinematography!

[@СолнечныйСтранник-е1э]

Браво ! Мое почтение !!!

[@leonardovieiradesouza8115]

At the end when the knight looks at the girl I thought "is that Seb?". Turns out it was. Saw it on credits. Your art is awesome. Thank you for the Magic cards arts, the drawings and also this.

[@ericcornish1983]

This is absolutely amazing, a little piece of magical art. I am a fan of Seb McKinnon's illustrations for magic the gathering absolutely stunning artwork!

[@Valmont815]

Every single shot of this video is pure magic & beauty. Together with the music it becomes a real masterpiece!!! 😀

[@Alot2late]

I stumbled on this a few weeks ago and it's beautifully put together. I'm still trying to piece together the whole story.

[@terencecantal2564]

This is by far one of the best thing i ve ever experienced...

[@tonikogorkowy]

Good Gods. It's like a fairytale. But without all those unnecessary dialogues, beasts, good fairies & other pink crap. It's full of pure magic. I absolutely LOVE IT! Please guys don't stop making your short movies. Our grey reality needs you and your sensitivity.

[@kinfables8839]

Hello dear fans! If you want to support the creation of the KIN Fables feature film, you can help director Seb McKinnon and the Five Knights Productions team here: www.kickstarter.com/projects/help-seb-make-movie/seb-mckinnon-magic-the-gathering-playmats-limited-edition-4?ref=d91c9z

[@notdark1150]

Aye, my liedge.

[@СундучокЯны]

You better pin it 🌿

[@vianaleigh7963]

This is only beauty and nothing more, is the sky and the stars, this is AWESOME.

[@willlyon7129]

A dark and brooding fairy tale, I like it.

[@AnneMayer0]

Восхитительно! Я влюблена в это произведение!

[@PrettyLady7282]

awesome color grading, Cinematographer is so great - loved

[@jennakroon9221]

I recently had the pleasure of viewing the entire trilogy premiere and all I will say is stay tuned! Absolutely stunning imagery interpretation is always left to the viewer, but the complete series is just awesome! Thank you for sharing and I can't wait to see whats next!

[@alinelbarbosa4753]

5 anos se passaram e eu ainda estou encantada

[@ViniX69X]

Esse vídeo é incrível, descobri essa semana o "Kin Fables" estou encantado também *-*

[@sdm282]

Beautifully shot!

[@kinfables8839]

Oh my! Thanks for letting us know! The release of the EP will be announced on our Facebook page! We put the link in the video description. :)

[@tokilltheknight]

This is absolutely beautifully done. the film, music and vocals leave one breathless as the story progresses. deeply wish to see more of this :)

[@guikas79]

Amaaaaaazing what a beautiful cinematography!!!

[@JessicaWestenskow]

Wow, that was just...visually stunning! I just can't say enough good things about this. What a great piece of artistic conceptual cinematography - so inspiring! Now excuse me while I go and make a bajillion sketches and paintings based off this film...

[@mimoincc]

Dark tales to iluminated kids. Loved it!

[@mariusmartinezmunoz5241]

That's the best thing I've seen in years! Loved it.

[@timidepierrot]

this is simply amazing, i love it so so much

[@ivsnigglefritz]

I happend upon this on vemo, amazing and beautiful and so very artistic. It's like a fairy tale story I made in my head for myself when i was little. It has a similar tragic ending and it's just wonderful how you tell a story but leave it to be interpreted in so many different ways. I'd love to see the story from your perspective. What do you think it's about and what do you want to be portrayed to others. This is mesmerizing and incredibly fascinating. This is a masterpiece and I bow to all involved in the making.

[@kinfables8839]

Thanks a lot. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@theyounggreek]

Amazing, loved the ending!!

[@allegrettoind]

thank you for your work, it's so beautiful and deep, it really touched my soul.

[@UmazEL]

really thank you for this precious gift

[@DarjaBilyk]

I absolutely loved the whole trilogy! But I would like to see the screenplay or at least a story that's behind this. That would be really interesting.

[@TheShizukuuu]

stunning!

[@tonitoestrada536]

First day of 2020... Still waiting for your next work!

[@ellisonbrenda1289]

so beautiful!

[@kamoonrathewolfgod9189]

What a beautiful film. The music is awesome. I can't seem to find the rest of the trilogy no matter where I have looked. I want more.

[@kinfables8839]

Link to part 2 in the description!

[@MasBintangMobile]

Hey KIN when upload again i am waiting 5 year not upload video

[@gabrielverdon1]

This is so insanely cool... great work Seb and Ben!

[@bleupencil]

Late to the game... very late.... but OH this is magnificent. Many thanks for the goosebumps

[@pablofarago]

Hermoso trabajo! Felicitaciones!

[@Okitap_]

This is beyond amazing.. wow !!

[@SolidSauce117]

Excellent 8 minutes spent! Fantastic!

[@steve369powell2]

Love this music

[@ITFProductions]

the knight is represented by the little boy, who seems lost, the horse, represents the devil (from the New Testament - behold, a pale horse) .. on his treacherous journey, the knight goes through muddy waters trying to attain power, which he ultimately finds through the spirit dancers .. the little girl is a force of purity .... hence why she is so young, and does not age, while the protagonist (the knight/the boy) ages ..

[@Dave-so4je]

Hi, so could you please tell me The Stolen girl part 1 is there a part 2 and is The Stolen Girl the intro to the trilogy of the 3 movies. By the way I just love the music right the way through. Thanks.

[@xander_._mm]

My teacher showed me this and said her cousins made it

[@Alacapandra]

So amazing! Congradulations! :)

[@edgaralvarado4625]

Mystified 2 what I've just seen intriguing,amazing,glorifying & unique. The KIN fables trilogy I'm lost 4 words,Chivalry Is Not Dead! I'm an old soul ancient romance of chivalry.

[@aannddrryyaa]

I really enjoyed this short; well done! Dawson be proud ;)

[@Nowonderlandkb]

i want one of the masks!!

[@asura-2467]

it is easy to go there but hard not impossible to come back

[@SuperGooner71]

Just seen this as I listen to clann on Spotify ... And it lead me here ... Awsome amazing ...

[@ЛизаветаПискунова]

waiting for your new projects! it's awesome!

[@tokyopp]

stunning + the child seems to be leaving the undead asylum lol

[@Danysirt27]

Белоснежный лес сильфидов, эпическая легенда, ритуал храмовой церемонии, сквозь время, которое течет, как вода реки, и за ее пределами прослеживает свою историю в темных мифах💗💗💗🔥🙏🙌👏😍😘🌹🥀

[@Sagitaire17Chanel]

Beautiful

[@riggator]

beautiful! love the music the story and your child actors are great! this is better than some of the crap movies ive seen lately! good luck with the next two!

[@lizamsilva]

Stunning!!!!

[@jillianscott7861]

I'm in love! that was so beautiful.

[@MsJovi]

I'm in love!!! ♡ ♡ ♡

[@fdfrancisdaniele]

Stunning!

[@КристинаБессонова-ъ7ж]

Шедевр

[@rizalbryan5829]

Hii.

[@Hyplexon]

Please make more it looks so good

[@valeriyk7565]

Masterpiece!

[@meikehakkaart1919]

Amazing...

[@gurkan8686]

Amazing !!!!

[@Tyrionable]

awesome work

[@whitezul]

amazing :) thank you so much for sharing

[@kalparoshenperera6082]

2022 - just saw a picture on pinterest 💜️ it's amazing 💜️

[@kinhamid9665]

I find this very pleasing

[@truthboi400]

Omg this reminds me of dark souls :O. lovely

[@TreepotMedia]

Amazing!

[@HannahWachtStellarXx-xXCa8]

Perfect❤

[@JASoul100]

Gorgeous

[@within-the-fire]

It's his journey now. I wait.

[@hannahshirley559]

He is going to be making the movie!! Thanks to kickstarter

[@sereanima]

Incredibly beautiful! It reminds me a lot of the book I wrote 2 years ago... The protagonists are a boy and a girl which I imagined clearly as these kids (just older), and the woods and the escape... Really, amazing video, amazing song and amazing special effects! (the crow is...uhh!)

[@hirolucky5100]

Esse vídeo me marcou.

[@jeongins_facewash]

Any updates?

[@MsVladislav15]

thanks

[@Auntikrist]

Lovely, lovely work. More please!

[@FernandaSantos-qi3fp]

Parabéns... Eu aguardo a continuação desta interessante fábula.

[@patriciabatina]

Oiii

[@carlosio5]

Can this movie still happen? The cinematographer has died, and the kids are both well on the way to being adults now.... anyone knows the status of this delicate fantasy❓🌺💥🌸🔥🌟

[@FernandaRodrigues-qx9kf]

I did not understand a single thing but that was amazing