Openingfilm for OFFF Barcelona 2024
Studio Mals x Setreset
Handmade sets, an all-star cast of peculiar puppets, silly jokes and a ridiculously catchy song. These are just some of the ingredients of our fun and lighthearted opening film for OFFF Barcelona 2024, the largest international festival for creativity, art & digital design.
This handcrafted short film shows puppetry in a refreshing and playful way, with meticulous attention to detail. The story revolves around a current theme and invites to spark your own creativity.
Written, directed and produced by Studio Mals & Setreset
Synopsis
This handcrafted short film introduces Geoff, a creative student, who struggles with dividing his attention on multiple interests. Is there something wrong with him?
In a group session with his favorite tools –an all-star cast of peculiar puppets– and through a ridiculously catchy song, Geoff finally discovers what has been going on all this time.
In a group session with his favorite tools –an all-star cast of peculiar puppets– and through a ridiculously catchy song, Geoff finally discovers what has been going on all this time.
Music video
WE'RE ALL CURIOUS
Geofff feat. Maap
Geofff feat. Maap
Filmpremiere
After months of hard-work, we presented the film at OFFF Barcelona to kick-offf the 3-day festival. On the main-stage, in front of 2000+ curious people.
It was surreal to finally see our film on the big screens and to give a 45-minute talk about our entire process. Our creative choices, production challenges and the valuable lessons we’ve learned. We shared all of it.
The response from the audience was overwhelmingly positive. Definitely a bucket-list experience and a moment to never forget!
Behind the scenes
Since the film is completely made by hand, the design process from beginning to end might even be more captivating than the film itself.
Take a deep dive into the creation of the film, on-set adventures and funny outtakes. From crafting the puppets to building the sets, the craftsmanship and dedication is documented in a snappy behind-the-scenes video.
Shot & edited by Paula Paduraru
CREDITS
Created for OFFF Barcelona 2024
Written & Directed by: Studio Mals x Setreset
Production: Studio Mals and Setreset
Production Assistant: Eileen Boeijkens
Script & Screenplay: Koen Berkhout, Martin vd Molen, Eddie Contento, Shaun Leyden
Director of Photography: Koen Berkhout
Lighting: Koen Berkhout
Character Design: Silas Nout, Koen Berkhout, Max Peterse
Puppeteers: Silas Nout, Koen Berkhout, Martin van der Molen
Lead Puppet Maker: Silas Nout
Puppet Makers: Marlice vd Oord, Anne van den Berg, Eileen Boeijkens, Paula Paduraru
Set build & Art department: Martin van der Molen, Randy Beker
On-set Assistants: Inge Groeneveld, Paula Paduraru, Lotte Cremers
Edit & Color grading: Koen Berkhout
2D Animation: Max Peterse, Tinus Kardolus, Koen Berkhout
Eye tracking & Eye animation: Koen Berkhout,
VFX & Rotoscoping: Silas Nout, Koen Berkhout
VFX & Rotoscoping: Silas Nout, Koen Berkhout
Sound design & Voice-recording: Lars van Leeuwen @ Elephant Ears
Voice-actors: Eddie Contento, Shaun Leyden
Songwriters: Koen Berkhout, Martin van der Molen, Maarten Smeele, Eddie Contento
Music composer & Lead vocals: Maarten Smeele
Behind the Scenes: Paula Paduraru
Backing Vocals: Eddie Contento, Shaun Leyden
Mix: Koen JansenBehind the Scenes: Paula Paduraru
Special thanks: OFFF Barcelona, Héctor Ayuso, Amaran Lighting, Matt Jackson
Go to www.studiomals.com or www.setresetfilms.nl for more, or find us on Instagram @studiomals or @setresetfilms
