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Voodoolicious Stop-Motion Videos

Christopher Kezelos' 'Zero' Uses Dolls as Short Film Characters

— June 16, 2011 — Pop Culture
The story behind Christopher Kezelos' stop-motion video titled 'Zero,' which utilizes little voodoo dolls as its characters, follows the time-tested tale of the uprising of the underdog.

'Zero' is a short film by Australian director Christopher Kezelos, who currently resides in Los Angeles. According to the director, 'Zero' is a tale in which "an oppressed zero discovers that through determination, courage, and love, nothing can be truly something." I'm reminded of my childhood when I watch this, when great feature-length stop-motion features like 'James and The Giant Peach' and 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' dominated box offices. The story of 'Zero' is equally as endearing as its visuals and I'm really glad to see the cute little voodoo dolls that I used to admire in various retail stores finally used as characters in a narrative.
Trend Themes
1. Stop-motion Videos Featuring Dolls - Using unique characters and animation techniques can add an appealing factor to video content.
2. Underdog Storytelling - Telling the story of an underdog can be a relatable narrative that captivates audiences across all ages.
3. Visual Storytelling in Short Films - The combination of a compelling storyline and visually-appealing characters can make a successful short film.
Industry Implications
1. Advertising Industry - Using creative stop motion techniques in advertising videos can make them stand out among competitors.
2. Animation Industry - Incorporating unique characters and animation techniques can lead to successful productions for television and film.
3. Marketing Industry - Creating short films with visually-appealing characters and heartwarming storylines can make for impactful video content that can be used as a marketing tool.
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