Starry Eyed Duckling | Sheridan Animation | Thesis Short Film 2023

When a starry-eyed duckling stumbles upon a strange portal, he journeys into unfamiliar worlds, not knowing if he'll make it back home.
DIRECTOR: Britney Luc
/ brittleb
britneyluc.com/
MUSIC COMPOSER: Ross Love
rosslovemusic.com/
/ rosslove
VOICE:
Joel Boyle | / joelnboyle
Lucy Wu | / luwujiii
3D MODELING:
Lumin Hao Qing Yang | / _damw
MENTOR: Stanley Chan
SPECIAL THANKS: Bianca Siercke, Hubert Ofman, Jacob Tobin, Jennifer Wu, Kym Santiana, Group I, Pipeline Studios, Friends & Family

[@Brittle_B]

Thank you all for 400k views! I never thought my film would ever even reach past 10k lol. Although I can't respond to every comment, I read them all, and they always make me very happy. I hope my little ducky was able to spread joy and wonder into your day just like you to mine

[@HeckerDontbegay]

Believe in God, the one who has no partner, and His messengers Muhammad and Jesus... اللَّهُ لا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ لا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلا نَوْمٌ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الأَرْضِ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ وَلا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَوَاتِ وَالأَرْضَ وَلا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ وَٱلۡعَصۡرِ إِنَّ ٱلۡإِنسَٰنَ لَفِي خُسۡرٍ إِلَّا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ وَعَمِلُواْ ٱلصَّٰلِحَٰتِ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلۡحَقِّ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلصَّبۡرِ،

[@rodaempat1223]

wellsaid brotha

[@smiller2044]

*We love the ending* THANKS 😊 🦆🐤

[@Grlwithoutuke]

Bienvenida a KZbin, donde alguien sube un corto animado bonito y ya me tienes a mi y 100 personas más fans de la animación consumiendo su contenido 😝🤙🏾

[@ButterFlyGoddess]

✨THANK YOU,THIS WAS BEAUTIFUL✨🙏🏾✨💖🧚🏾✨💫

[@landang7906]

I actually love the part where the young man asked "Did you forget to close the curtains again?" and returned the cute duckling home complete with hat and outfit.🥰

[@louisediego8419]

Who's duckling is that?

[@landang7906]

@@louisediego8419 The ducks are from a farm somewhere on earth. That detail is not important. The people you see in the animation are from another world, so there is a light portal. There is an explanation under the video. Hope this helps.

[@smritibakshi1218]

😘😘😘

[@Hallorenzo]

@@landang7906bro anwsered like chat GBT

[@kristennh5137]

🙂👍

[@Crystal_cries]

This short film actually makes me so happy! It was beautiful and whimsical, and it made my day. Probably even week. I felt like I was experiencing the story with the duck, excited to see the world with it, curious to see what was behind of each portal. It awakened a nostalgic feeling of childhood; it makes me wonder if I can approach life with the same joy as the starry-eyed duckling. The film was over all too soon. Excuse me, as I re-watch this ten more times!

[@Brittle_B]

Thank you for your sweet comment! Im super glad you enjoyed it and that you got so much from my lil short film! I was worried the ducky and the magical world wouldn’t hit with the audience so your comment really made my week 😊

[@shamminessa2588]

​@@Brittle_Bhow do you do it. Actually I am beganer, if you tell me

[@shamminessa2588]

I love this type film.

[@user-bx3kz9sp8p]

@@shamminessa2588 not the original artist, but practice!! Learning storytelling and animation takes practice and time. It isn't a talent your born with, but a skill learned. Keep practicing character design and writing. Watch tutorials and take classes- there are a bunch of free resources on youtube! Make sure you also actively seek criticism! Criticism is key to learning to improve. There's no shortcuts when it comes to stuff like this. I've been drawing for basically my entire life and I still struggle with certain aspects of it. You just have to be patient with yourself and take your time. :)

[@shamminessa2588]

Thank you so much sir@@user-bx3kz9sp8p . I am trying to do this.

[@paranoidpumpkin98]

That small tail wiggle is so GODDAMN ADORABLE!!

[@sowulo83]

Same. Btw first reply

[@kcthegr8]

reminds me of my childhood favorite stuffed duck and all of the adventures we've had together :)

[@arctuuz]

same

[@comfortme]

this reminds me of my pet duck and all the adventures we had together haha

[@Riptide-re5sr]

[@sowulo83]

:3

[@HeckerDontbegay]

Believe in God, the one who has no partner, and His messengers Muhammad and Jesus اللَّهُ لا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ لا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلا نَوْمٌ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الأَرْضِ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ وَلا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَوَاتِ وَالأَرْضَ وَلا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ وَٱلۡعَصۡرِ إِنَّ ٱلۡإِنسَٰنَ لَفِي خُسۡرٍ إِلَّا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ وَعَمِلُواْ ٱلصَّٰلِحَٰتِ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلۡحَقِّ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلصَّبۡرِ،.،

[@lilianabambang3539]

AWW the duck is too adorable!!!! Makes me cry❤

[@lilianabambang3539]

I love this animation!!!

[@lilianabambang3539]

Aww when the mommy duck kisses the baby duck is adorable

[@lilianabambang3539]

Waaaahhh! I Love This So Much!!!!!!

[@lilianabambang3539]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😭😭😭😭😭😭🐤🐤🐤🐤🐤🐤🐤

[@sowulo83]

Ok we get it :)

[@marsfeathers]

HIS LITTLE HAT AND CAPE!!! ITS SO PERFECT!!

[@Jell000]

The design of the ducklings is everything

[@WobblesandBean]

I love that they used real duckling peeps 😭💜

[@stephaniegiacco7524]

I love the duck sitting around with the placid plastic ducks 😭

[@HeckerDontbegay]

Believe in God, the one who has no partner, and His messengers Muhammad and Jesus اللَّهُ لا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ لا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلا نَوْمٌ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الأَرْضِ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ وَلا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَوَاتِ وَالأَرْضَ وَلا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ وَٱلۡعَصۡرِ إِنَّ ٱلۡإِنسَٰنَ لَفِي خُسۡرٍ إِلَّا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ وَعَمِلُواْ ٱلصَّٰلِحَٰتِ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلۡحَقِّ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلصَّبۡرِ،

[@Emily060]

Same 😂

[@addstronomical]

This is so gorgeous! You totally nailed every bit of lighting and color choice! Such a sweet idea to have adventurous curiosity have consequences but also rewards! And they got their outfit! ✨🐥🌟 Oh gosh and they look so dapper!! Love this sweet duckling 🥺💖

[@Brittle_B]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed my film~ ❤

[@fluffybirb4455]

Also got the sad duckling noise just right. I’ve owned little ducks before and when they’re lonely they do lil peeping noises

[@HeckerDontbegay]

Believe in God, the one who has no partner, and His messengers Muhammad and Jesus اللَّهُ لا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ لا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلا نَوْمٌ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الأَرْضِ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ وَلا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَوَاتِ وَالأَرْضَ وَلا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ وَٱلۡعَصۡرِ إِنَّ ٱلۡإِنسَٰنَ لَفِي خُسۡرٍ إِلَّا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ وَعَمِلُواْ ٱلصَّٰلِحَٰتِ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلۡحَقِّ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلصَّبۡرِ،❤❤❤❤❤

[@little_p3ngu1n]

so beautiful! the only thing I’d like changed is that his little flippers don’t make any noise. wish I heard a little “flip flap flip flap” whenever he runs

[@Cho-ug3vh]

Yesss!!!

[@thenardiersiblings]

Ohhhh the little thump when the duck fails to get back up made me tear up, and the abrupt end to the music. Also his little happy dance after leaving door #3 is so cute

[@mynameisyourname148]

When the little duckling fell and couldn’t get up again, it broke my heart. I just wanted to hug him so bad 😭 I hate when cute things get hurt 🥺

[@lilianabambang3539]

The duck was lost, and luckily the magicians helped him~ The duck butt looks just like my plushie's. 🐤🐥❤

[@toastbird]

This is way too adorable! I love that lil duckling so much and the colours are all so lovely 🥺

[@sirmangees9090]

This entire time I was just squeaking “DUCKIEEEEE” in various forms of emotion

[@dessert-duckling]

IKNOW ITS SO CUTEEEEE I LOVE IT

[@HeckerDontbegay]

Believe in God, the one who has no partner, and His messengers Muhammad and Jesus اللَّهُ لا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ لا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلا نَوْمٌ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الأَرْضِ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ وَلا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَوَاتِ وَالأَرْضَ وَلا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ وَٱلۡعَصۡرِ إِنَّ ٱلۡإِنسَٰنَ لَفِي خُسۡرٍ إِلَّا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ وَعَمِلُواْ ٱلصَّٰلِحَٰتِ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلۡحَقِّ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلصَّبۡرِ،❤

[@sirmangees9090]

@@HeckerDontbegay what does this have to do with a duck-

[@HeckerDontbegay]

@@sirmangees9090 A duck that has no mind believes in God, and a person who has a mind does not believe in God because of things that are not convincing to us as believers, making him an atheist. This atheist just followed what he said, a set of theories, hypotheses, and images modified with Photoshop, and thus he was deceived. The atheist found this as an opportunity, so he unleashed his lust and enjoyed practicing Sex with males, females, children, and animals such as animals, and the atheist forgot that no one before him who died thousands of years before him was unable to achieve immortality, and all of them dead now enjoyed dozens of years and then died thousands of years. For me, I derived wisdom from that.

[@paleona5820]

I loved it :’) The duckling design is so round and cute! Super fun to see the different worlds they got to visit (they even got to be kaiju sized!). I’ll admit I about cried when they fell and got hurt ; ; Lovely work 🌻

[@Morin0]

I nearly cried real tears in the middle 😭 Time literally froze for a min for me. But the ending was perfect!! Thank you for this beautiful animation 🥹🥹🥹💚💚💚

[@destinyw.8661]

This would be a wonderful children’s book

[@itsm3._]

The cutest thing is his little legs, he gives me a lot of tenderness because he is just a little duck who, like a child, wants to explore everything. 😢

[@cftonio1498]

I was planning on doing my bachelor short film involving ducklings which is also based on a true story! this was great inspiration i love it

[@Brittle_B]

I’d love to see it someday! There can never be enough duck films 😤

[@HeckerDontbegay]

Believe in God, the one who has no partner, and His messengers Muhammad and Jesus اللَّهُ لا إِلَهَ إِلَّا هُوَ الْحَيُّ الْقَيُّومُ لا تَأْخُذُهُ سِنَةٌ وَلا نَوْمٌ لَهُ مَا فِي السَّمَوَاتِ وَمَا فِي الأَرْضِ مَنْ ذَا الَّذِي يَشْفَعُ عِنْدَهُ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ وَلا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَيْءٍ مِنْ عِلْمِهِ إِلَّا بِمَا شَاءَ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ السَّمَوَاتِ وَالأَرْضَ وَلا يَئُودُهُ حِفْظُهُمَا وَهُوَ الْعَلِيُّ الْعَظِيمُ وَٱلۡعَصۡرِ إِنَّ ٱلۡإِنسَٰنَ لَفِي خُسۡرٍ إِلَّا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُواْ وَعَمِلُواْ ٱلصَّٰلِحَٰتِ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلۡحَقِّ وَتَوَاصَوۡاْ بِٱلصَّبۡرِ،❤

[@baobinq]

I love this animation, got me a little teary eyed thinking this was gonna turn a dark end😮‍💨 I love the little detail on the mother duck’s face in the end with lines under her eyes, probably been searching for her duckling for hours❤

[@memestealer7984]

I love duckies a lot and this short film is just delightful! I like the sounds the ducks make and my favorite little adventure was when the baby duck was accidentally terrorizing a tiny village omg

[@mad_as_Hat.terish]

Oh thank goodness! 😭😭 I was so worried for the baby! And thankfully the magicians came and rescued them. And gave the baby an adorable little suit after healing.

[@fia1756]

when the starry eyed duckling came back with a cape and hat on is superrrrr cute TT

[@wevidahwabbit]

So many cute moments in this! Lovely story beats too! Great job Britney! 🥳

[@tiredentity7259]

Aww this is such a wonderful and sweet animation, your soundwork is absolutely superb!! I really love your artstyle and the little effects you did in your short film were incredibly well done!!!! The portals to the other worlds were such a fun idea and i love what you did witht them. Im so glad baby got home safe and sound with the help of the magic folk (　＾▽＾)

[@arctuuz]

This reminds me of my duck plushie that is sadly lost a few summers ago. This is makes me so happy, it's like he's still with me through this adorable short film!

[@lostchaos7688]

THE WAY MY HEART FELL THEN I GOT SO HAPPY AT THOSE TWO THAT HELPED THE LITTLE DUCKIE.

[@christine2ehgtinyhouse893]

Funny falls through the opening where he lands with all the little floaties ducks, that was adorable. ❤❤

[@Spify-Burrito]

This makes me so happy ;-;' this little duckling deserves the world and so do you. Everything about this makes me happy

[@krazykat6759]

Aww I love this! ❤ Great job! The artwork is brilliant!

[@rotten3y3s]

this is amazing! i really love the art and animation, the way the background goes out focus, the happy music as the ducky happily walks around. I got so sad though when the ducky fell :,)

[@floffy2695]

This is so adorable!! Just a whimsical, funny fantasy story. Relaxing ❤

[@user-ei2qn9kv1m]

This is how it was passed down to the children of future generations. Yes, I realized that my senior had given me duck powers. It's a sign that I'm getting old😌

[@lynx792]

I LOVE IT why did the ducks have beds to sleep in! how can a duck be so cute!!!! how can the duck sit up in bed like a human! so in love with the design of the ducks, and the whimsical feel to the whole film. Great job!

[@ptrtanjung1638]

I really love it 😆 please make another one about this duck

[@mynameisyourname148]

I want to see another one too 🥹

[@YellowLemon1206]

This is beautiful art. Love your work.❤

[@um...sometimes1731]

I'm surprised. It got my interest, caprured my curiosity, made me genuinely worry for the duckling and then gave me a great, big laugh at the end. Excellent job!

[@thuthaophan9816]

this is stinky cuteeeeee i SOBBED at the duckling with his lil hat and cape 😭😭😭😭 so precious so beautifull

[@mirdala5231]

Wow! I really love the animation style and music. It's adorable and wonderful. Thanks for posting such a cheery and lovely animation. You did a brilliant job!

[@pinkmoonjuice5158]

This is one of the most delightful pieces of animation and storytelling I've ever seen. Excellent work!❤

[@connermcgann6162]

This was the cutest thing! Thank you for sharing this with the world 🥰

[@laura79613]

Ahhh that was adorableeee, awww, it warmed my heart🥰🥰🥰 it was so cute exploring the different worlds and awww when it fell and all it could do was let out tiny quacks awwww🥺🥺🥺 and the mama duck looking for it awwww😭😭😭 but i'm so glad the wizards helped it out and even gave it a wizard outfit awwwwww awwwwwwww🥰🥰🥰 Amazing job on the fun story and the animation and colour rendering as well! Although, one tiny little opinion; where the baby ducks were sleeping, I wish you didn't stick to the normal bed that humans use with them sleeping lying facing up or to the side. Rather, I wish you just imagined a bed that accommodates the way ducks naturally sleep where they just tuck their neck and feet into themselves. It would've been soo cute. Or the baby ducks sleeping cuddling up to the mum. But other than that I loved EVERYTHING about this lovely short!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@storyincolors]

Beautiful! I like everything about it 🤩

[@J22719]

way too adorable. really light up my mood

[@jaylynns-camera]

Not me actually crying at how cute that ending was 😭

[@luludreamsvr]

The ducky so cute and so curious about each and every curtains this animation is my most favorite one now

[@user-jg9mm2ps2u]

So creative and a joy to watch!

[@clairegb9837]

This is so cute I’m going to cry

[@Ana-zi7yb]

The duck is sooo adorable ❤❤❤

[@PlitsingmeChannel]

So adorable 🥰🥰🥰

[@bobbie8084]

This is the most cutest short film i ever seen

[@lavilish]

Awwww!!

[@animarrachos]

Genial, me encantó este corto

[@regulariago6780]

This was soo good and magic, that cliff moment reallt makes the sad vibe !

[@darksapphire1880]

This is whimsical and gorgeous 🤩🤩🤩

[@geraldojorgedalmaschio9648]

This film makes me feel better. Thanks!

[@whimai412]

The sense of adventure is wonderful, and such a fun story in such a short time. Super unique worlds, the color, and animation is awesome. Excited to see other projects. :3

[@ngocdiemnguyen3914]

So cute and enjoyable. Very well made with beautiful animation and storyline. Thank you 🥰

[@ceceliahartford3472]

This was so cute I really love ducks

[@evnea]

Your film is so beautiful Britney!!!

[@noeperso5402]

Soooo coooool!!! (And adorable 🥹) good joooooob!!!!!

[@fangmax5713]

Bootyful environments and such a cute story!!

[@sreedevirt8739]

The spelling mistake in the sentance made me laugh.

[@sreedevirt8739]

Thanku man.. 😊

[@a.r.siereveld8977]

I could watch many more duckie adventures. This is so cute and well done! Thank you for making it and brightening my (and many others day). ❤

[@user-ec2nl8ym1w]

かわいい！！！！！！❤

[@tonin8499]

1:51 that's placid plastic duck simulator hahaha, I like it !

[@judah738]

I want to watch any and every animation you make! This is adorable!

[@sarahh9903]

Awesome storytelling, adorable, and whimsical!! ❤❤❤❤❤ Bravo!!!!

[@sugarchop4341]

Adorable.

[@paluumin-art]

Such a cute and beautiful film 🥺🥺💖💖

[@mckenzielovejoy]

This was so cute!!!

[@muntaqim123456]

Very cool! Loved the film

[@talimpalim4611]

Absolutely wholesome!

[@muhammadzulfikarrahmani7510]

its sooo cuteeeee!!!!

[@sanchitpriyadarshi257]

Ducklings bedroom and everything was so godamn adorable

[@Cho-ug3vh]

This animation made my heart melt!!!!

[@Monocle_cat]

This is too wholesome

[@furmal86]

Oh my gosh this is adorable. ❤❤

[@luciabragadossantos2249]

Respeito o patinho,me conquistou.❤❤

[@shelleydwyer-murphy2281]

Loved this! ❤

[@soru6363]

I need more from this curious and magical duckling, i can't have enough from this. (Thank you so much for made this)

this is so cute and pure

[@Time.for_Goose]

This animation is so whimsical!!!!!! And cute!!

[@AlaskanNymph]

Awww I felt all the emotions for the little ducky!

[@TypewriterChicago]

oh my gosh that is so adorable

[@aquadust]

I LOVED THIS SO MUCH!! this film is so full of joy and wonder 🥹🥹

[@EdwardKTheMechanic]

Just lovely, you did really well!-

[@robertnussberger2028]

I think it's about not being afraid of dreaming big. But acting upon certain dreams and trying to achieve them can land us in bad situations, and that they were not meant for us anyway. But no matter what trouble we find ourselves, we always can climb out of the hole. That's all I got from it.

[@ChochoLevi]

Lovely

[@rifunnytapyoka1085]

What a cute story❤

[@prasannawanigasooriya9371]

It's beautiful! Cudos!

[@sakurarider3871]

It's so cute I love it!

[@dunno7844]

This changed my life

[@Zomby834]

Awwwww so cuteee❤

[@fathomtuns7127]

My favorite detail is his little crayon drawings of stars, above his bed. Little fella really loves them!

[@lucid2957]

Man, I wanna know more about this world, it's so fascinating!

[@CatfishWingsOfFire]

AWEEEEEEEEE

[@anoushay6465]

Why am I teary ❤

[@kamaljeetkaur3982]

Nice film😍❤️