Sci-Fi Short Film "Big Boom" | DUST

The mysterious disappearance of every human on earth leaves a service robot wondering what his purpose is.
"Big Boom" by Brian Watson
"Big Boom" Credits:
Dante White Aliano - Jimbo, Bob, Chuzz, Mr. Dumpotron, Bugsy
Lucas Lanthier - Gas Station PA
Madeline Wager - ADA
Written, Directed, Edited, Scored, Animated by Brian Watson
Additional Artwork - Everett Gunther, Silver TM
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[@TheeBurgerDude]

Hi everyone! My name's Brian Watson, I created this film with the help of some of my talented actor friends! Thank you so much for watching, and I'm stoked that many of you like it! Let me know if you have any questions and I'll do my best to respond, thanks again!

[@squeakeththewheel]

Hey that was one of the best shorts I've seen. I'd like to make a humorous not critical criticism - Jimbo seems to have mastered antigravity with the way he can lean forward and not fall over. But if that is the case, why does he need a steampunk wheel to move on? Great short! I would love to see him and Bob meet up on the road.

[@maheshkarwande6681]

Great Work Dude. Like to see 2nd part

[@peggynulsen1365]

Yes to meeting Bob half way, a big hug and...... Recharge to discover what happened to the humans. Loved this little short.

[@osmia]

Is there a way you can convince DUST to automatically enable closed captioning on your videos? If not, is it possible that you yourself have access to the settings to please enable CC?

[@0neIntangible]

So Brian, what happened to not continue this story?... Did you give up on this one or move on to other projects?... Did the money dry up and you could not continue on this one?... Please don't leave us hanging in mid-air wondering where this continues where it left off.

[@MrMagicFingers1]

This is incredible! Love the story line, the animation and the "feeling". I would love to see a Part 2 or an expanded version. Many here would! Hey everyone... who here would like to see a Part 2??? Please vote!

[@MrMagicFingers1]

You have my vote!!!

[@CriminalonCrime]

Yeah, I hate these open concept stories, just deliver the rest of the damn story! It's lazy AF to just write a script with no climax or conclusion, a toddler could do that!

[@jbowman2239]

I totally agree with a part 2!! I absolutely LOVE this video. Thank you!

[@janissquirell5072]

sure, it would be fabulous

[@kevincarrington1246]

If he builds it, They will come.

[@thewickedking8431]

I've always wanted a second part to this

[@ZERO_O7X]

Same! I remember seeing this a couple years ago and immediately fell in love with it. Glad Dust picked it up because more people need to see it. I love the Fallout vibes and just want to be friends with this lonely bot! 😊

[@alfaromeo1819]

@@ZERO_O7X Me too

[@Rob1337]

And me

[@geroldrainer9656]

Only 48 hours of power left, the only remaining hope is to meet Bob for the last time. There is no future except of a power source crossing Jimbos way.

[@alfaromeo1819]

@@ZERO_O7X This story is a paradigm of us nothing more

[@zethraelofteldrassil3149]

And Jimbo is off to find Bob, and Bob is on his way to find Jimbo. Great film!

[@andrewshaw7998]

Even though the robots aren't humanoid, their voices and personalities do a brilliant job of playing around in the uncanny valley. Great stuff, would love a part 2!

[@TerrifyingTessa]

I NEED TO SEE JIMBO AND BOB REUNITED! legit though, really well done, engaging and suspenseful. Totally thought the overseer was on an independent power supply and I was watching a horror story. Thank you, also I do really need to see them reunited.

[@jeff9934]

Me too!!! Lolol

[@rw2452]

0:52 The quotation marks on Never in We "Never" close 😂

[@stancooper5436]

LoL! Legal insisted on it..

[@ZERO_O7X]

I haven't seen this one in a while. I've always loved the Fallout style vibe in this short.

[@diogeneskoolaid8437]

Hello Brian . This is one of the finest cgi(?) animations I have ever seen. The realistic look and feel of the sets: almost looked like stop motion with physical objects. The story was perfectly done - everything is clear without having to explain. The iconic 50’s aesthetic was pitch perfect including the “overseer” glaring down from his pole. Marvelous keep up the good work. Hope Jimbo finds his friend.

[@TheeBurgerDude]

Thank you so much!!

[@johnaronbaay-fx8yz]

1. Why the sky is green? 2. Where are the humans? 3. What is about Jimbo and Bob, as per Jazz?

[@dehydratedwater9806]

@@TheeBurgerDude it's always been my favorite!

[@jasonl8720]

Everything is clear? Are the robots gay?

[@ariohd5267]

@@jasonl8720 maybe they are

[@oakiemouse]

Been awhile since I watched this the first time and it still holds up as such an amazing short movie. I would enjoy if it was expanded upon further.

[@roccov3614]

I remember it too. It's been awhile. So I didn't remember exactly how it ended. It was great to see again. Great job.

[@joebutlersnr7017]

What's to expand upon? AI going about aimlessly?

[@mapletouqe]

​@@joebutlersnr7017 Well, we could focus on Jimbo and his attempt to go see Bob, or at least see what happened to him. Perhaps he could also find out what happened to the humans during his travels, depending on if he even was able to reach his destination. There definitely is potential for continuing the story.

[@supertuber120]

@@mapletouqe I'd also like to see Jimbo's search for Bob. And the disappearance of the humans has got me curious. We definitely need a "Big Boom 2".

[@ku8721]

If Fallout and Wall-E could have a baby this would be it!!!

[@lynellephillips3889]

Fantastic! I want to see more of Jimbo's adventures, he's gotta find Bob somehow... I love Jimbo....

[@Grimm_Book]

This is definitely a Brokeback Mountain inspired love story. Right down to the accent. "I wish I could quit you."

[@Albtraum_TDDC]

Ada is the wife... "i love you"

[@olivaredito3437]

There is no love in perversion.

[@obtuse1291]

These short films are incredible. Love them.

[@shadroid]

The phrase "Children of humanity" comes to mind. This is one of the most endearingly philosophical pieces I know of. Love, curiosity, realization of one's own mortality and the desire to think for one's self, all nascent and growing. It is as if all the adults disappeared leaving 8 and 9 year olds to fend for themselves. One can imagine a future populated now only by robots where it is told: "And humans created robots in their own image" Award winning material. As Homer Simpson would say: "Six thumbs up!"

[@dansmodelrailways7886]

This is outstanding. We need a sequel!

[@bgfd1]

That was wonderful. Everything, the acting, the animation, tones and textures. My attention was totally held. Could there be a part 2?

[@Damonpuss]

Aww, poignant. I want to see if Jimbo found his friend. Wonderfully animated and great style... I love those liminal time zones.

[@mauriceedwards346]

Hey is this called trolling I'm going to jump the gun, but I just started watching this have a good day this is a reply.

[@martinsolomon5500]

I saw “Jimbo and Bob” just the other day. They are doing quite well.

[@Michael-kb2jz]

Nice job. I like how you made the robots so likable. Would like to see more of your work.

[@AlexTrusk91]

What it feels like to work in a Amz facility. 🥴 I'm about halfway through and just wanted to say thank you for this piece of art. Two sentient robots missing each other is heartwarming and heartbreaking at the same time 😢😅🤔

[@anthonyjames5427]

Holy crap! The pure existential horror! That one hit me in the feels hard. Amazing stuff!

[@slayer8actual]

So did Jimbo and Bob meet halfway, and run out of power talking about their friendship while out in the middle of nowhere? At least that's how I pictured it. Two buddies talking about the old days with the humans, and laughing about how stupid we were. Until their batteries faded away. Great video.

[@mariofachinsky5639]

Beautifuly made, the story, the characters & animation, sound design, music... amazing fine work full of art and talent. Congratulations!

[@captain5104]

I remember watching this a few years back on another channel. Always enjoyed this animation and yes....i am a fallout fan (New vegas my beloved) and im a bit disappointed this never got picked up by the modding community. Perhaps finding these two bots shut down still hugging each other along the highway and with a few fission batteries can become a companion pair. Perhaps with the ability to repair your stuff and make stimpacks.

[@brianbishoff194]

Echoing all the compliments here. Engaging characters, outstanding esthetic and animation. More please!

[@gozattila9575]

It was so so catchy, thanks a lot for this! It would also deserve some more episodes, so we’d be able to enjoy its athmosphere longer. There are 2 kind of shorts: one type i just watch, the other i remember for years. This was type 2 definetely

[@gilmotier]

I loved this short! I have such terrible ADD that it’s not uncommon for me to lose interest or get distracted and leave halfway through clips that aren’t even 3 minutes long. This was captivating. I wish it were a feature-length film.

[@jimpatterson5524]

just think, 50 years ago there was no such thing as ADD to blame lack of attention on.......

[@jamesnewberry1191]

@@jimpatterson5524 It's only been 35 years or so since it was invented. I have not had ADD but I have had LSD. (sarcasm)

[@jameslangschied7900]

I think Bob should get an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor. Bugsy, Dumbotron and A.D.A. were brilliant, but I appreciated Bob's nuanced subtleties. Kudos to Chuzz. He made a great villain. Signed, your friend Jimbo.

[@Jaggerbush]

Great job. The voice-over work was endearing and added a lot to your brilliant animation.

[@sydneyperry8703]

This short story reminded me a lot of the game Fallout. I really enjoyed this. Made me think about how society is on an upwards projection of self automation, AI, robotics, yet it can be extinguished in the blink of an eye. Funny how in this world robots outlived humans, but only for so long before they died too. In my opinion our planet isn’t a guarantee, at any moment our world could vanish yet we imagine and invest in a technological world while barley paying much mind on how to protect and preserve our planet. This is my second time watching and I loved it as much as the first time.

[@man350z]

This was on TheCGBros 4 years ago, I recognized it and did a search on KZbin and there it is. Still as enjoyable 4 years later.

[@peterhill8398]

When Bugsy cries ‘l like to eat bugs!’ I immediately thought of the big robot in Futurama. ‘My leg feels funny!’

[@johnshields6852]

I saw this a while back and forgot about it, it's mesmerizing, great job whoever made this. Thank you.

[@Alexander-gt4rc]

That was really good. I really want to see what happens next. This should be a feature film.

[@atleeriksen8514]

Fantastic story and animation. I love it. Thank you so much for making, and sharing it.

[@JeHa1967]

We need Part 2 😊

[@pondafarr]

Yes, i remember seeing this a few years ago, great little film. Would love to see more tales from the gas station!

[@jeffreyberselli5696]

Loved it. All the dust stuff is amazing. Keep it up!!

[@billcurls8871]

I watched this last year and it was great, I'm glad you replayed it!!!!

[@marcusfoxelhaus9870]

I have watched this several times in the past and still find it intriguing. Well done.

[@thetony5474]

This was a nice change after the last set of films…like going from savoury to sweet 😊

[@TheGreenNewSteal2025]

I’ll watch this gladly every time it pops up. What a great short.

[@chipinnc]

Great story and film! Thank you!!! ❤

[@darwinsfish]

So atmospheric. Brilliantly constructed.

[@TheGolfdaily]

One of the BEST episode ever! Top Job. 👍👍

[@axionth27sharonannKendel-jk6ot]

Watched this three or four times and i love it. There is something so sweet about it. Thank you guys😊

[@user-zu2mi7je9d]

Beautiful movie with appealing characters. More human than majority of people since kind and simple. Jazz has the power... Thanks !

[@boringopr4369]

I've seen it before it needs a part 2 to see how it ended hopefully Jimbo finds Bob and the green sky turns blue and humans reappear

[@sirapos6550]

That was too good. I loved the scene where Jimbo's face turns to full moon and then the night shots take over. Also the music in the end, sounds like Popol Vuh or Tangerine Dream, like german experimental electronic ambient music. Nice !

[@cinemartin3530]

A nice short film, very similar to a teaser for a full-fledged film. Here, the potential is really felt, even if the authors put here something completely different from what I thought. Just imagine the journey of a robot, or even a whole hundred robots that explore the world of long-dead people, being, as it were, echoes of the former civilization. Or, our heritage? Or maybe another form of our existence? I already feel the beauty of the philosophical questions raised here. If it's easy for you and you have a desire, I would like to see a sequel. By the way, the robot turned out so charming! 😃

[@1972carson]

FANTASTIC!!

[@AcapulKero]

It would be great if they make a second part where everything will be fine. Great job!

[@crabbycreates2943]

Sad, but a lot of fun to watch! Excellent work. Thanks for sharing.😎

[@keithpurtell1213]

This is one of the more interesting Dust videos. Brian and his team did a lot of work creating the characters, and the art design is top drawer. It's a great vibe. Sign me up for Episode 2.

[@jaylamb218]

That was AWESOME!!

[@douglas9607]

He's got his whole future ahead. well, at least 48 hours of a future. unless he finds the correct voltage. Thanks for posting.

[@durasaxon5131]

Even though the ending was the end of mankind? Genius creation of machinery. The actor interactions were thought-provoking and although maintained through Energy Systems and programming systems showed the creativity of mankind before its demise. This video really held my attention

[@supermanu2008]

Excellent, bravo!

[@PrimitiveInTheExtreme]

Exciting. Magnificent soundtrack. ✨🤖✨

[@sclogse1]

This is a classic that's been around for a while.

[@lillianbowen7408]

Hello Mr. Watson, my name is Lillian ,I'm from Texas. It's 8:52 pm , I was viewing Dust films as I mopped my kitchen. Bobs' photo popped up on my feed and I recognized him immediately. I remember this robot though it had been from several years ago right? I love this story. I believe giving our "things " names and personalities are a direct reflection of ourselves . I often have conversations with my little friends. They help me express my feelings too. I shared this film on Facebook because it's message " what is my purpose" and 'I love my friends" is meaningful. Watching your film again, I noticed Bobs' chest seemed to raise up and down as though breathing. And his breathing became faster when rolling away from the gas station searching, after questioning the others the whereabouts of the humans. And last , I didn't recall that ADA saids I love you. Very clever Mr. Watson. Thank you , your fan Lillian

[@createwithpete494]

Truly brilliant 👏!! Pixar meets Outer Limits.

[@albarjav]

Superbe, j’adore. L’histoire, l’ambiance, les voix et musique…

[@chubbymoth5810]

What a lovely tale,.. thank you!

[@seanrosenau2088]

There Will Come Soft Rains. Awesome.

[@kanubeenderman]

that was great! hope Jimbo reaches Bob and discovers what is going on!

[@Biketunerfy]

More more another another pretty please Dust ??? This was magnificent.

[@workingclassfather1843]

So amazing! I want more!

[@Intercept10]

Great work. I wish I was confident enough to give you a solid review. My emotions awakened while watching this. The ending. 😢😢😢👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼👊🏼

[@sneakerphotgrapher]

Loving the sound track!

[@GrillsBare]

Excellent ! Thanks .👍

[@axionth27sharonannKendel-jk6ot]

I love this... have watched it everytime it comes on my list. Something so sweet about it

[@kennethanway7979]

Awesome! We need more!

[@zemafox9319]

Прикольна короткометражка.)) Декілька років тому бачив.)

[@SnarkNSass]

I sure hope Jimbo and Bob find each other 💖

[@hernanfernandez4983]

I whis they do😢but every tool is losing energy, may be Jimbo too😳

[@alecherkas9633]

Amazing and such profound work

[@feflofeflic]

... very sad story...and thank you for your awesome work...

[@ZERO_O7X]

I hope Jimbo made it to see Bob. I like to imagine they met somewhere half way and enjoyed one last chat and watched the sun set as they lost power together.

[@dinoallbaugh2050]

l love this! especially the voices great job Brian Watson!

[@basfinnis]

Looks FAB mate. Love the lighting. You talented person you 😉

[@pioneervajo]

I love to see a second part where jimbo meets his friend bob, and see them together figure out what has happened to humanity

[@hereigoagain5050]

Great graphics! Love the 1960s desert gas station: really sets the mood. JimBo should borrow "Hello, Dolly!" from Wall-E. :)

[@Scornsavant]

That was surprisingly moving.

[@SirJamesthang]

This is so great, I am subscribing and looking forward to more.

[@philipmurphy2]

I like this short a lot, Great work.

[@BobSmith-mj7ik]

This is absolutely awesome. 😊

[@lucar01inos16]

Great short. Imaginative, prophetic and intriguing. Quite a tiny feat! Thank you.

[@jamieloughner5542]

Well done!!!!

[@bkbland1626]

Fabulous little film. Effing Fabulous.

[@lawrencemay1089]

amazing visuals and effects!

[@DaCouchWarrior]

Hell. This is incredible.

[@user-zu2mi7je9d]

I see this video four times. It is fascinating. Wow wow wow. Wow. If people can use their brain a little... Many many thanks. Bravo

[@Im-apple69]

This is surely emotional fr (my opinion) Cant believe a cook can make such s great sci fi movie

[@cosmic-fortytwo]

I was hoping Jimbo and Bob would meet up on the road, travelling to see each other.

[@high1voltage1rules]

absolutely brilliant as always. dust you should make movie seriously. love your short films. 👍👍👍👍👍THUMBS UP👍👍👍👍👍

[@PaulStClair-or3gj]

Fabulous movie.. more please ! Just came across it by accident

[@jenesisjones6706]

Excellently done!

[@cksoup]

very “There Will Come Soft Rains” energy, i like it:)

[@shingabiss]

Great story and characters!

[@robrod3097]

Brian Watson It's a very interesting film that you have created. It certainly has an identity in itself. I see why many like it. I really Loved it. Especially because this little guy wanted to make the trip to see his friend. Robots with values. More than some humans throughout the world. What was your inspiration that lead you to it... (aside for the obvious) Thank you for sharing it...