Claymation artist Lee Hardcastle created his own version of the new high-intensity action film directed by Gareth Evans with the short video Claycat's The Raid.
The Raid: Redemption is an action-packed film about a SWAT team that infiltrates a condo run by a ruthless crime lord. Of course as in most action films nothing goes according to plan and an onslaught of bullets and machetes ensues.
The claymation trailer is just as, if not more, violent then its real-time counterpart. With cops and criminals displayed as cats, the video substitutes catnip for marijuana and a ball of yarn for a grenade. Aside from the cute cat references, the Claycat's the Raid is full of claymation-styled gore and dismemberment. The video is a hilarious tribute to a contemporary action film.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Claymation Parodies
- Leverage the popularity of action films by creating claymation parodies with a humorous twist.
- Violent Claymation
- Explore the potential of using claymation to create violent and gory scenes in a unique and entertaining way.
- Niche Film Tributes
- Tap into a niche audience by creating claymation tributes to popular contemporary films, offering a fresh and amusing take on the original material.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Entertainment
- Claymation artists can collaborate with filmmakers to create innovative and eye-catching movie trailers and promotional content.
- Marketing and Advertising
- Brands can incorporate claymation techniques into their advertising campaigns to create memorable and attention-grabbing content.
- Toy and Collectible Industry
- Create collectible figures and merchandise based on popular claymation characters, appealing to fans of both the film and the unique claymation art style.
