Get ready for a mind-bending journey! 'Endless Cookie' trailer just dropped, and it promises a surreal, animated Canadian family saga unlike anything you've seen before. But here's where it gets controversial... is this just a quirky art project, or a deeply moving exploration of family and identity?
Obscured Releasing recently unveiled the trailer for 'Endless Cookie,' a passion project brought to life by director and animator Seth Scriver, alongside his co-director and half-brother, Peter Scriver. This isn't your typical animated flick; it's a deeply personal and impressionistic documentary woven together with animation. The film beautifully depicts the intertwined lives of the two brothers, forming the very heart of the film's narrative.
After a dedicated eight years of production, 'Endless Cookie' has already made a significant splash on the festival circuit. Accolades include the prestigious Contrechamp Jury Award at Annecy, the Golden Alexander at Thessaloniki, and the Rogers Audience Award at Hot Docs. And now, after all this anticipation, the film is finally making its way to theaters, with premieres scheduled for New York and Los Angeles on Friday, December 5th.
The newly released trailer offers a glimpse into the brothers' vibrant and free-flowing memories. We're transported back to their upbringing in Toronto's eclectic Kensington Market, and then forward to Pete's current life within the remote First Nation community of Shamattawa in Northern Manitoba. The brothers' recollections seamlessly blend together, often meandering into unexpected tangents as other family members chime in with their own stories and perspectives. The result? A vivid and surreal tapestry of family history. And this is the part most people miss... it's not just about the Scriver family. It serves as a profound documentary on the very essence of creativity, the dedication to craft, and the power of storytelling itself. Consider this: could the movie's seemingly random structure be a reflection of how memory itself functions – fragmented, subjective, and always evolving?
Seth Scriver, a Toronto-based artist, animator, and carpenter, previously earned acclaim by winning the Best Canadian First Feature award at TIFF in 2013 for 'Asphalt Watches.' Peter Scriver, a First Nations carver, poet, mechanic, and storyteller, was recently nominated for a Hero Award for his brave act of rescuing a neighbor from a burning building. Talk about a diverse and talented duo!
Here's a quick rundown of the key players:
- Directed by: Seth Scriver, Peter Scriver
- Written by: Seth Scriver
- Producers: Seth Scriver, Dan Bekerman, Jason Ryle, Chris Yurkovich, Alex Ordanis
- Executive Producers: Neil Mathieson, Jordan Hart
- Genre: Documentary, Animation
So, what do YOU think? Does 'Endless Cookie' sound like a cinematic experience you'd be interested in? Is the blend of animation and documentary a compelling combination, or does it risk feeling disjointed? And perhaps most importantly, what role do you think the brothers' contrasting backgrounds play in shaping the film's narrative? Share your thoughts in the comments below! I'm curious to see if you agree with the filmmakers' goal: 'To Make Something Funny, Beautiful, Spiritual, Complex, Simple, And True.'
