DÍA DE MUERTOS
Storytelling Through Cultural Tradition
For the 2017 Día de Muertos season, I led the creative development of an animated short exploring the idea of life beyond the human world.
Rooted in the traditions of Mexico’s Day of the Dead, a time when families honour loved ones who have passed, the film imagined how the celebration might unfold from another perspective.
The story follows the reincarnated spirits of a man, a chicken, a pig and a mouse as they return briefly to the world of the living, sharing with their loved ones the unexpected stories behind their untimely ends.
I directed the concept and visual tone of the piece, guiding the animation, character design and storytelling approach to ensure the work felt both playful and culturally respectful within the context of Día de Muertos traditions.
The 20-second animated film aired nationally on Canal 5 through Televisa during the lead-up to the festival and received recognition at Pixelatl, one of Mexico’s leading animation festivals.