La Causa del Accidente
A few months ago, we had the honor of being invited by director Lope Serrano and the production company Canada to collaborate on their short film for Audiovisuals from Spain. The goal of this production is to showcase the talent, creativity, and diversity of Spain's audiovisual industry to international audiences.We are proud to collaborate in promoting national talent. The cast features renowned actors and actresses, including Bárbara Lennie, Berta Prieto, Karla Sofía Gascón, Omar Ayuso, Miguel Herrán, Albert Serra, and J.A. Bayona.The short film, titled La causa del accidente que provocó el incendio (The Cause of the Accident that Started the Fire), explores the creative crisis of a young director struggling to find a clear narrative cause for a car accident scene. Her frustration leads her to question both her story and her artistic abilities.Our contribution included designing a brief animation sequence and the final credits for the film. Collaborating with Serrano—whose attention to detail and storytelling is truly inspiring—and the talented team at Canada was an absolute privilege.Thanks to Canada for the trust. Not always we have the chance to explore something as unique as the result of this piece.
It wasn't an easy task to hit the mark for the animation style of this film. The challengue was to find something as unique as Canada's vision but complementary to it. Here’s a selection of the artwork we created. Even thought the timing wasn't abundant we took enough space to experiment until we found the right approach. We were lucky enough to collaborate with some incredible talent, making the process as rewarding as the final result.
The design of the credits was a crucial part of our visual style. We explored many different directions, always aiming to capture the essence of the golden age of Spanish cinema—without making it feel purely vintage. We wanted a fusion between old Disney classics and a refined interpretation, reintroducing that magic into an animated environment.
We reimagined the golden era of Spanish cinema, always striving for something with a local flavor. And to achieve this, we had the incredible talent of Ales Santos, whose lettering work elevated our vision to a whole new level. His artistry not only complemented the film’s aesthetic but gave it a unique and evocative character.
Here’s a look at the creative journey we took—exploring different lettering styles, searching for the perfect balance between nostalgia and a renewed expression—until we found the final design that brought our vision to life.
