This short utilizes new techniques that seemlessly blend 3D and traditionally drawn animation. The short has been described as a “game changer” that will make motion capture look ridiculous.
The facebook page reveals a brief synopsis of the film describing it as “The story of a young man in NYC relying on his heart, imagination, a stack of papers—and a little luck—to win the girl of his dreams.”
A lengthier plotline is also given:
Introducing a groundbreaking technique that seamlessly merges computer-generated and hand-drawn animation techniques, first-time director John Kahrs takes the art of animation in a bold new direction with “Paperman.” Using a minimalist black-and-white style, the short follows the story of a lonely young man in mid-century New York City, whose destiny takes an unexpected turn after a chance meetingwith a beautiful woman on his morning commute. Convinced the girl of his dreams is gone forever, he gets a second chance when he spots her in a skyscraper window across the avenue from his office. With only his heart, imagination and a stack of papers to get her attention, his efforts are no match for what the fates have in store for him. Created by a small, innovative team working at Walt Disney Animation Studios, “Paperman” pushes the animation medium in an exciting new direction.
The short film is directed by first-time director, John Kahrs. Disney has not officially revealed a released date other than “2012”, but many are speculating that it will play before the studio’s November release, Wreck-It Ralph.
If you’d like to know more about Paperman, listen to Episode 2 of The Rotoscopers Podcast where we talk at length about the mysterious short. Rumor has it that Disney is using this short as a testhing ground so that they can use it for a feature-length animated film. What are your thoughts about Paperman?
[UPDATE] The movie poster and premiere date for the film was revealed. Click here to learn more!