"Bonita & the Bandit" is the full, color-version, of the mini-Episode that plays throughout the Short Film "GRUFF" (available here: https://rb.gy/fm2zk6)

After the extensive visual effects work in the Short Film "GRUFF", it was such a relief to experiment with a more simplified approach to animated movement with "Bonita". This Stop-Motion/Puppetry hybrid is a style I can certainly see myself returning to for simpler stories. What do you think?

With the release of this color-cut, I wanted to not only showcase the bright visuals I so enjoyed putting into this little Western world, but also to highlight the amazing voice talent within the Episode in full definition.

So I hope you enjoy "Bonita & the Bandit" - A Gruff Story

Written, Directed, & Animated by
JULIAN CURI

With
BRADFORD LOOMIS as the Narrator
VINCE MELAMED as El Mayor/El Pistolero
KRISTIN CURI as Bonita/Bonita's Mom
JULIAN CURI as Bonita's Dad
KAISER JOHNSON as Farmer Jim
KEELEY JOHNSON as Farmer Jane

SIGHT OF WONDERS
“Boots of Glory”
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ROY EDWIN WILLIAMS
“Oscar the Outlaw”
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