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In the wake of his wife Eleanor’s passing, grieving Walter’s attempt to hold a quiet, respectful service are thrown into chaos when a party bus arrives at the front steps of the funeral home...
Directed by Jade Mangine, the 5-minute short animated film, “Life of the Party,” feels like a nostalgic throwback to early 2000s Cartoon Network shows, featuring animation is slightly reminiscent of iconic titles such as “The Powerpuff Girls,” “Johnny Bravo,” and “Dexter’s Laboratory.” The artwork is stark, simple and filled with bright colors.
Protagonist Walter’s plans for a low-key funeral for his wife is just disrupted as the coffin takes an unexpected ride on a party bus, eventually making its way through a pub, with a desperate Walter in pursuit. The music accompanying Walter’s frantic run is similar to the techno dance anthem “Rhythm is a Dancer” by SNAP!, infusing the short film with a burst of energy. It’s a delightful creation that concludes with a valuable life lesson: grief is best overcome when shared.
You can watch the film on YouTube, it’s also embedded below.