CODE RAT is a short film that delves into the intriguing notion that rats might be the masterminds behind inexplicable events. Produced within a tight three-month timeframe, the film presents a narrative where these creatures are not just pests but orchestrators of chaos, challenging our perceptions of control and order. The story unfolds in a world where the line between reality and conspiracy blurs, inviting viewers to question the unseen forces that influence our lives.
Code Rat
The Story
The Music
For Code Rat, I composed three short yet distinctive musical pieces, each tailored to enhance the quirky yet earnest atmosphere of the scenes. Every clip received its own unique score – from the thrilling desert vibes that underscore the ship’s journey, to the epic orchestral sounds accompanying the volcanic summoning, and finally, a romantic orchestral trip to space.
The diversity of instruments is as vast as the scenes themselves, perfectly matching the mischievous antics of the rats. The music playfully balances between humorous undertones and dramatic flair, adding depth to the film’s whimsical narrative.
Credits
Story:
Philipp Dörrer, Avina Graefe, Benjamin Gätzschmann, Franz Rügamer, Matthias Strasser, Sofia Strunden, Simon Weck & Levin Wunder
Directing:
Matthias Strasser
Producers:
Avina Graefe & Franz Rügamer
CG Supervisor:
Philipp Dörrer
FX:
Benjamin Gätzschmann, Levin Wunder & Philipp Dörrer
Storyboard:
Melanie Schnaidt & Philipp Dörrer
Concept Art:
Melanie Schnaidt, Philipp Dörrer & Matthias Strasser
Layout:
Philipp Dörrer
Character Creation:
Matthias Strasser
Rigging:
Matthias Strasser
Assets:
Benjamin Gätzschmann, Matthias Strasser, Philipp Dörrer & Levin Wunder
Lead Animation:
Matthias Strasser
Animation:
Eileen Kammer & Leo Neumann
Lighting:
Matthias Strasser, Philipp Dörrer, Benjamin Gätzschmann & Levin Wunder
Scene Assembly:
Matthias Strasser
Digital Matte Painting:
Philipp Dörrer
CFX:
Levin Wunder
Compositing:
Benjamin Gätzschmann, Matthias Strasser, Levin Wunder & Philipp Dörrer
Pipeline TD:
Simon Weck
Music:
Peter Albrecht
Sound Design, Foley, Re-Recording Mix:
Bjarne Taurnier
Grading:
Jakob Sinsel
Voice Acting:
Melanie Schnaidt & Philipp Dörrer
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