Created by Olli Huttunen, ‘Messages’ is a short animation film that explores the history of human communication in the form of messaging. The film rewards viewers with a poetic 3D computer graphic experience, with music by Adrián Berenguer. The animation utilizes existing stock footage and 3D design technology to convey a story. ‘Messages’ is a poignant watch that highlights the various ways in which society has and does communicate.
The 4-minute film opens with a message in a bottle floating in the ocean. The animation delves into the abundance of communication; with messaging from a by-gone era through to modern technology. The film touches on the extinction of stone engravement to lighthouse beacons, through to poster/billboard advertising, signage and technology/social media. The film consists of a non-linear narrative and focuses on paying homage to our advancing world.
Olli Huttunen has created a captivating animation that relies on sentimentality to keep viewers engaged. The film was composed using Unreal Engine – a 3D creation tool. The animation is skillfully crafted throughout, which showcases the advancement of filmmaking technology. Adrián Berenguer’s music sets the tone of the narrative perfectly, which aids the enchanting experience. High praise to Olli Huttunen, his talent is commendable and deserves industry appreciation. We look forward to seeing more. Highly recommend.
