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SHELF LIFE

Shelf Life is an adorable animated short that shows a different perspective of perishable food items as the simple items on the shelves take on human characteristics. We get a perspective of what it means when your time is running out and, perhaps that applies to a job or a college application.

Bob, a can of milk, has a simple dream to be enjoyed by people. Brian, a can of tomato juice, also has a simple dream - to be part of something. They talk about what might happen after their expiration date passes and how no one knows for sure. Brian is picked, and then Bob is left along to ponder his future, which turns out better than he ever imagined.

This short film truly brought a smile to my face. It's lighthearted and easy to understand. The storyline is thought provoking for kids, especially when the two cans talk with each other of their hope to be useful in some way. The ending is particularly rewarding and positive when Bob ends up being more useful than he either imagined when both the milk he held and his container are utilized. The animation is very well executed; it's simple 2D, but flawless. Both the key characters and the backgrounds are well illustrated, colorful and clear. The original score and sound design by Nutcha Tantiwetchakul works well; I especially enjoyed the music at the end and the classical music that plays under the credits. The voice over artists, Slipstreamer and Downing Will, are well chosen. The subtitles by Thitaporn Xuto are also well made. And, I love that the young filmmaker, Thitaporn Xuto gives a special thanks to Momma Daddy Bruv, which I presume are her parents. Ms. Xuto's work really is excellent and thoughtful. Thank you for creating such an inspiring short film. My favorite part is when Bob The Milk Can's dream comes true when he is used in different ways. That is our reward at the end of the film, that brings out a smile in the viewer.

The message of the film is that there to never give up hope, there are many ways to be useful.

I give Shelf Life 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18, plus adults. By Tom W. and Julie S., KIDS FIRST!

Shelf Life is an adorable animated short that shows a different perspective of perishable food items as the simple items on the shelves take on human characteristics. We get a perspective of what it means when your time is running out and, perhaps that applies to a job or a college application.

Bob, a can of milk, has a simple dream to be enjoyed by people. Brian, a can of tomato juice, also has a simple dream - to be part of something. They talk about what might happen after their expiration date passes and how no one knows for sure. Brian is picked, and then Bob is left along to ponder his future, which turns out better than he ever imagined.

This short film truly brought a smile to my face. It's lighthearted and easy to understand. The storyline is thought provoking for kids, especially when the two cans talk with each other of their hope to be useful in some way. The ending is particularly rewarding and positive when Bob ends up being more useful than he either imagined when both the milk he held and his container are utilized. The animation is very well executed; it's simple 2D, but flawless. Both the key characters and the backgrounds are well illustrated, colorful and clear. The original score and sound design by Nutcha Tantiwetchakul works well; I especially enjoyed the music at the end and the classical music that plays under the credits. The voice over artists, Slipstreamer and Downing Will, are well chosen. The subtitles by Thitaporn Xuto are also well made. And, I love that the young filmmaker, Thitaporn Xuto gives a special thanks to Momma Daddy Bruv, which I presume are her parents. Ms. Xuto's work really is excellent and thoughtful. Thank you for creating such an inspiring short film. My favorite part is when Bob The Milk Can's dream comes true when he is used in different ways. That is our reward at the end of the film, that brings out a smile in the viewer.

The message of the film is that there to never give up hope, there are many ways to be useful.

I give Shelf Life 4.5 out of 5 stars and recommend it for ages 5 to 18, plus adults. By Tom W. and Julie S., KIDS FIRST!

Bob, a can of milk who dreams of doing what he's made to do, be a delicious glass of milk for people to enjoy, got pushed back to the back of the shelf waiting for his expiration date, alongside with his friend Brian, a can of tomato juice. They waited and talked about what would happened after they expired but no one knows for sure. Brian got picked first so Bob was left alone to explore what awaits him after the expiration date. Will he finally found the meaningful life he dreams of?