Earth to Obie

About This Movie

Earth to Obie is this interesting little gem from '99, kind of a quirky animated short that really dives into a kid's mind. You’ve got Obie, this 10-year-old who feels pretty ignored by his parents, and he turns to his cereal obsession to cope. The animation has this charming, almost hand-drawn feel that gives it a nostalgic vibe. The pacing is a bit erratic, which might not sit well with everyone, but it mirrors a kid's chaotic thoughts really well. There’s this fascinating exploration of addiction, albeit through a child’s lens, which makes it pretty distinctive. It’s not what you’d expect from a typical kids' film, and that gives it a special place in the animation landscape of the late '90s.

Explores themes of childhood neglect and addictionUnique animation style reminiscent of late '90s aestheticsPacing reflects the chaotic thought process of a child