# Polar Bears in Hollywood 'The Beaufort Diaries' Novel and Animated Short Film By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-07-18 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-beaufort-diaries References: [latimesblogs.latimes](http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/jacketcopy/2010/07/summer-reading-t-cooper-on-the-odyssey.html) & [amazon](http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1935554077?ie=UTF8&linkCode=as2&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1935554077&tag=trenhunt0f-20) T. Cooper's new novel 'The Beaufort Diaries,' illustrated by Alex Petrowsky, is also an animated short starring David Duchovny. 'The Beaufort Diaries' is described by some as a [graphic novel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/parks-2), but others call it a novella. Either way, it's a creative approach to discussing the environment. Beaufort is a [polar bear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paddington) who goes to Hollywood and hooks up with a big star who decides to work with him to make an action movie about the environment. **Implications** - 'The Beaufort Diaries' novel is also an animated short film. T Cooper really creates something masterful with this artistic work and flawless prose. The images from the film are stunning, with crisp color and vibrant colorings. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Graphic Novels as Environmental Commentary:** The success of 'The Beaufort Diaries' as both a graphic novel and an animated short film highlights the potential for using this medium to creatively address environmental topics. - **Cross-media Collaborations in Storytelling:** The partnership between T. Cooper, Alex Petrowsky, and David Duchovny in creating 'The Beaufort Diaries' demonstrates the opportunities for authors, illustrators, and actors to collaborate across different forms of media. - **Using Fiction to Tackle Real-world Issues:** The Beaufort Diaries' use of a fictional polar bear in Hollywood as a lens for discussing the environment showcases the power of storytelling to engage audiences and inspire action. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Publishing:** The success of 'The Beaufort Diaries' as a graphic novel and animated short film highlights new possibilities for publishers to expand their reach and engage audiences through multi-media projects. - **Entertainment:** The cross-media collaboration in 'The Beaufort Diaries' suggests opportunities for the entertainment industry to create innovative and engaging content that tackles important social and environmental issues. - **Environmental Advocacy:** The use of fiction in 'The Beaufort Diaries' presents a unique approach for environmental organizations to raise awareness and promote action through storytelling and creative expression. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Polar Bear-supporting Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/keep-it-wild.md) - [Environmental Awareness NFTs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burly-bears.md) - [Polar Bear-Themed Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polar-bear-bench.md) - [Environmental Film Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/patagonia-films.md) - [Playful Reusable Cartoon Deodorants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wild-x-paddington-case.md) - [Bear-Character Tea Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paddington-in-peru.md) - [Blazer-Adorned Bear Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blazeradorned-bear-figure.md) - [Large Animal Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/polar-bear-oversized-plush-cuddle-animal-body-pillow.md) - [Sci-Fi Film Graphic Novels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dune-the-official-movie-graphic-novel.md)