Directed by Chris Bonani
Jack is an eccentric undertaker who lives alone in his cathedral. His unfortunate hobby is scaring the mourners of his graveyard with horrifying masks. He's very proud of his work and morbid creativity. One day Jack dons his pumpkin mask and pranks an old man crouched behind a gravestone. This man is someone he never should have pranked. As punishment for his insolence, he is cursed, and the mask binds itself to his face. As he struggles, the man gleams potential within Jack and makes him a grand offer.
Chris Bonani
Macabre stop motion has always held a special place in my heart, especially for its often-unique ability to deal with darker subject matter that can still be enjoyed by all ages. I celebrate Halloween with a fierce passion, which is not that popular in South Africa, but I was the kid who wore Halloween masks to school in the middle of May. Really this is a love letter to the holiday and its origins, which has Celtic roots and is a part of my family heritage. We wanted to replicate the style in 3D to cut across mediums and create something that stands out.
