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Catena Chung, Enio Gutierrez, Abraham Toledo
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Synopsis
After accidentally breaking his all-in-one smart device, a factory worker must find a way to obtain another one before becoming an outcast. However, Alexei, the company’s AI, keeps close tabs on everyone so one step in the wrong direction might prove dangerous.

Artist Statement
We want to visually highlight some elements that make un-regulated ecommerce so dangerous through 3D Animation. It is merely a mirroring of some irresponsible business practices that are starting to get attention but unfortunately haven’t been fully addressed. Our central themes are labour, surveillance and economic slavery. All three of us were fully invested in this project from the very beginning and have had a pleasant experience cooperating to create this amazing world and story. 3D Animation provides the flexibility that we were looking for, not only visually but also allowing us to work remotely and safely.

Bio
  

Catena Chung is a Vietnamese-Canadian 3D artist and animator. She was born in Vancouver, British Columbia, but grew up in Surrey, B.C. She graduated from Emily Carr University of Art + Design with a Bachelor of Media Arts. Combining her interest in technology and love of creative expression, Catena chose to pursue the area of 3D Animation. Her animated short film “Blueberry Cake” was a part of ASIFA-Hollywood’s Animation Virtual Showcase, displaying alongside other students from around the world. She hopes to work in a studio engaging in lighting and compositing, and continue making films for others to enjoy. On the other hand, Catena is also interested in sound and music. She has been inspired by sound courses at Emily Carr University to create instrumental pop songs in her free time.

Enio Gutierrez is a Venezuelan-born 3D animator who grew up in Mexico since the age of 8 and currently lives in Vancouver, Canada. Growing up in Mexico, he started developing a big interest in animation. His interest in animation prompted him to obtain a Bachelor of Media Arts at Emily Carr University of Art + Design where he got to discover his passion for character animation and compositing. Enio wants to pursue his goal of growing professionally in the animation and film industry, creating films and enjoying his passion for animation.

Abraham Toledo is a Mexican-born filmmaker who resides in Vancouver, BC and has experience in the camera department as well as directing student short films, both live-action and animation. He is passionate about genres like Sci-Fi, Drama and Comedy but also works with a socio-political focus. He aims to keep gaining experience in the camera department, as well as exploring animation further.

Credits
Directors - Catena Chung, Enio Gutierrez, Abraham Toledo
Music Composer - Damian Oriak
Sound Design - Damian Oriak, Santiago Martinez
Sound Mix - Doug Paterson
Art Director - Abraham Toledo
Cinematography - Abraham Toledo
Modelling - Abraham Toledo, Catena Chung
Modelling (Characters) - Enio Gutierrez
Additional Modelling - Damian Oriak
Texturing - Abraham Toledo, Catena Chung
Rigging - Catena Chung
Animation - Enio Gutierrez
Lighting - Abraham Toledo, Catena Chung
Compositing - Catena Chung
Rendering - Catena Chung
Editing - Abraham Toledo