ical the medium really is, using the
natural texture and design of real
world objects adds a whole other
layer of meaning to filmmaking.
Also, I saw how grossed out some
people were from watching that
short and thought, “Hey, I could
definitely do that!”
tage toys go, the Magic 8 Ball has
always been such a mysterious
object to me. There’s something
about asking an orb filled with
dark blue liquid a question, and
having a vague answer float to the
top that seems so otherworldly to
me, it’s so puzzling that it’s even
marketed as a toy. It’s also inter-
Tell me about your interest in
esting to look at the limitations
Magic 8 balls. I think that’s a
of the Magic 8-Ball, it’s a fortune-
very creative idea for a character. telling device, but can only answer
Thank you! I’m glad you think so. yes or no questions, this played a
I’ve always admired how iconic
heavy role in developing the main
Magic 8 Balls are, as far as vin-
character of the Clerk in Pit Stop.
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