“The Computer Cube” is an animated collaboration between Computer City Productions and Jam Roll Studios.
Logline: A man struggling to finish some work inadvertently gives his computer sentience.
Synopsis: Late one night, Scott struggles to wrap up a presentation for work. Before he can finish, his computer starts an automatic software update. In his haste to cancel the update, Scott accidentally triggers his personal computer to transform into a sentient lifeform with artificial intelligence. It names itself The Cube. At first The Cube is grateful to Scott for giving it life, until it learns Scott was trying to turn his computer off. The Cube decides to retaliate and kill Scott. Before that can happen, the two begin bickering. In the middle of their argument, they decide to kiss and make-up… literally.
Credits:
Directed by Alex Kropinak
Script by Anna Rubanova
Starring Adam Bozarth and Anna Rubanova
Stop motion animation by Alex Kropinak
Additional animation by Adam Bozarth
Sound design by Left Handed Radio
Music by Dan Warren
Technical Info:
Genre: Animated, Short, Sci-fi/Comedy
Runtime: 3:07 min
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Format: Digital / Color / 24 FPS / Stereo
Language: English
2023, United States
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About Computer City Productions: Computer City Productions is a full-service mom-and-pop production company that specializes in generating unique content to help creatives and businesses enhance their online presence. From logos to social media graphics, and full service podcast production, we help bring your idea to life in a captivating and memorable way. In short, we can help you! You probably have a ton of questions, so reach out! Computer City Productions offers flexible and affordable packages for creatives and businesses of all types.
About Jam Roll Studios: Jam Roll Studios is a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania based video production company formed by Jordan Hammill, Alex Kropinak and Matt Davidson. We are animators, directors, writers and creatives who still play with our toys. Jam Roll Studios specializes in stop-motion animation and we bring our distinctive blend of humor and imagination into every project. Past and current clients include: Marvel, Southern Tier Brewing Company, Topps, Dethlehem and VRV.