DIRECTOR
Inspired by a confluence of desert “trophy truck” racing, western landscapes, racing films, Texas summers, vintage automotive illustration, motorsport culture, and a healthy diet of classic cartoons, “The Legend of Bill” chronicles the tale of how a duck with “triple billing” got his start on the off-road racing scene.
"He's one tough underduck with a champion heart-a-gold..."
"Bill" rides his Bronco across a wide open Texas sky.
"The Legend of Bill" is a hybrid 2D/3D student animation short film.
Made by hand in the U.S.A., our crew combined traditional 2D techniques with 3D know-how to create a truly legendary cinematic experience.
The film features real engines and an original score.
AWARDS:
"Best Animation Short Film" at the Mandarin Duck Edition of The French Duck Film Festival
"The Legend of Bill" took home the award for "Best Sound Design" at Lipscomb's 5-Minute Film Festival. Sound Designer, Bradley Bowersox (Left) poses while Director, Jacob Birmingham (right) listens to the award.
Production Stills:
Director meeting with Character Design Lead, Kayla Lopez.
Shading & Render Pipeline, Daniel Gess (Left), CG Lead, Mitchel Kline (middle), and CG Generalist, Micah Duncan (Right) pause from 3-Dimensional work for a photo.
Producer, Michael Stephens, meets with team over model textures.
CG Lead, Mitchel Kline, gives his update at our weekly production meeting.
Director, Editor, and Composer wrap on a music meeting.
Disney Director, Tony Bancroft, wears his very own "BILL" hat.
