The Cleaners - LEGO Animation

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  • Опубликовано: 7 июн 2018
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    Death is a messy business.
    In this stop-motion homage to 1970s crime films, two hitmen race to clean up their latest job while searching for a piece of evidence that could threaten to unravel their entire operation. All while being tailed by a mysterious figure who shares an eerie interest in finding what they're looking for.
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    Written and Directed by Nathan Wells and Zach Macias
    Guest-starring Joseph Hayden and Jay Silver
    CONTACT: mgstudiosbusiness@gmail.com
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  • @sillypenta
    @sillypenta 6 лет назад +827

    This is one of the few brickfilms where you can forget you are watching LEGO. Every aspect is masterfully executed.

  • @Keshen8
    @Keshen8 6 лет назад +1453

    Even better on a second viewing. So many innovative techniques scattered throughout including in the set design. This is next level brick filming.

    • @gabrielcleveland2002
      @gabrielcleveland2002 6 лет назад +24

      Keshen8 I think what made it so good was the excellent cinematography and lighting; two major factors into making a professional film. The story was great too.

    • @K-daz
      @K-daz 6 лет назад +9

      I'd let you film my brick anyday

    • @eugene_kono
      @eugene_kono 5 лет назад +5

      Well, you are the one of the greatest creators of lego movies Keshen..

    • @afiqakmalfilm
      @afiqakmalfilm 5 лет назад +3

      Keshen what FPS do you use? And what programme do you use to make your animation become smoother and did your work similar like how mind game studios does?

    • @jonathansmith8672
      @jonathansmith8672 5 лет назад +5

      Wow! This is really good! It reminds me of Pulp Fiction.

  • @thecosmicbigsmoke3944
    @thecosmicbigsmoke3944 2 года назад +65

    I swear to god, i wish you guys could just get a gigant budget and a big crew of brickfilm animators just to make this a full on film, even if it was just 1 hour long, it would be simply amazing

    • @MindGameStudios
      @MindGameStudios  2 года назад +11

      Believe me, so do we. 🙏

    • @antoinesilva1527
      @antoinesilva1527 4 месяца назад +2

      @@MindGameStudios This soundtrack made me remember when I used to watch the Sopranos.

  • @xxxfancypantsxxx
    @xxxfancypantsxxx 6 лет назад +1281

    Beauty. The only disappointing thing about it was that it ended!

    • @urgent4943
      @urgent4943 6 лет назад +12

      Fancy Pants!

    • @crazychameleon986
      @crazychameleon986 6 лет назад +13

      I know man it was good while it lasted

    • @queen-gt1xx
      @queen-gt1xx 5 лет назад +5

      Yeah

    • @ZAPANIMATIONS
      @ZAPANIMATIONS 5 лет назад +11

      Mr. Pants, you haven’t uploaded since 2017! Wut’s up

    • @SprayJuice
      @SprayJuice 4 года назад +3

      Hey can you turn your videos to not made for kids so we can comment

  • @matthewkain1860
    @matthewkain1860 4 года назад +104

    Wow, I didn’t know Quentin Tarintino did brick films!

  • @ksywek330
    @ksywek330 2 года назад +11

    We seriously need a full movie about cleaners!

    • @spentheplug
      @spentheplug 2 года назад +3

      That’s what I said too

  • @Paradox-Pictures
    @Paradox-Pictures 6 лет назад +262

    Excellent work guys. Every frame was so excellent, with tremendous use of lighting. The recreation of the eye shot from Psycho. The part where he puts the money in his jacket. The large scale remote. Everything was so good.

  • @SpeakBroccoli
    @SpeakBroccoli 6 лет назад +180

    The attention to detail in this is mind-blowing. On first viewing I didn't notice cause I was just so caught up in the story and the characters which were top class by the way. But on my second pass, wow, it's the little things, like how his pocket bulges when he puts the money in...truly you are a world class animator.

    • @theonosatos6921
      @theonosatos6921 5 лет назад +5

      Speak Broccoli!! Didn’t expect to see you here:)

    • @Doogie821
      @Doogie821 3 года назад +3

      Love your work brok

  • @starwarsstudio100
    @starwarsstudio100 6 лет назад +287

    Oh this is gold. You've done a very great job. Loved the animation, the lighting and the set design. Keep up the good work!

  • @DESIGStudios
    @DESIGStudios 6 лет назад +63

    Please, for the love of god, PLEASE make a sequel! This was so great, and it looked like a set up for an entire series.

  • @AsapAnimation
    @AsapAnimation 6 лет назад +108

    This is a piece of art!

  • @Jerremiahmorris
    @Jerremiahmorris 6 лет назад +55

    Amazing work! Loved it!

  • @Falloutchannel101
    @Falloutchannel101 3 года назад +6

    This is amazing I would like a sequel because it feels like it needs a sequel but overall it's amazing

  • @hamsterproductionsofficial
    @hamsterproductionsofficial 2 года назад +7

    Masterpiece

  • @BlinkNetwork889
    @BlinkNetwork889 Год назад +6

    Saw this a few months ago, and it is still my favorite LEGO animation to this day, and I am holding out hope for a sequel.

  • @MikroAnimations
    @MikroAnimations 5 лет назад +9

    Man, I've been making brickfilms for 10 years and it's still completely beyond me how you guys animate to this insane caliber. Great job.

  • @TherealBrendanHayesFilmMaker
    @TherealBrendanHayesFilmMaker Год назад +5

    Saw a comment on here that read "You forget you're watching lego" and that thought struck me as I was watching so I'm obviously not the only one. This was so much fun. Well done guys on an excellent piece of work 👏

  • @MrVertigoStudios
    @MrVertigoStudios 6 лет назад +54

    Ever since you announced a release date for The Cleaners, I've been excited all week, and you certainly delivered. Everything--the set design, cinematography (split diopter shots!), editing, sound design, buttery smooth animation, lighting--feels pitch-perfect, and you've really managed to nail the grungy 70s feel. This was a pure joy to watch, and I know I'll find myself re-watching this multiple times to catch every detail and nuance.

  • @SilverCyborgSliver
    @SilverCyborgSliver 4 года назад +37

    Holy shit, that is amazing. I did not think there would be anyone else on the level of keshen8 and forrestfire101, but here we are. You are incredibly talented, man!

  • @Jinaro7
    @Jinaro7 3 месяца назад +3

    Dirty work was the best song to put for this

  • @gomotion
    @gomotion 6 лет назад +69

    Truly incredible work, seriously amazing!

  • @enunezfilms
    @enunezfilms 3 года назад +5

    This feels like a straight up movie, masterfully planned. Amazing!

  • @thebrandonkm
    @thebrandonkm 6 лет назад +5

    Brilliant! While it can sometimes be really entertaining when a brickfilm is aware that it's a brickfilm, seeing the medium treated just like a regular live-action movie is really refreshing. Having true eye level and intimate camera placement is something missing from so many other stop motion movies, and I'm sure super challenging to pull off. Huge props!!​

  • @jmstudios3049
    @jmstudios3049 2 года назад +3

    ok but this has to be the only brickfilm with a fricking SPLIT DIOPTER SHOT

  • @BrickUltra
    @BrickUltra 6 лет назад +45

    Amazing! So many new and interesting techniques used throughout the brickfilm!

  • @brickmasterstudio9962
    @brickmasterstudio9962 3 года назад +7

    As humble as Zach and Nathan are about it, this is the best brickfilm of all time.

  • @themoosefigs3331
    @themoosefigs3331 6 лет назад +22

    You had me at Steely Dan.

  • @arielflores6549
    @arielflores6549 5 лет назад +7

    Everything about this is amazing
    The lighting
    The music
    The dialogue
    Best stop motion i have ever scene

  • @merijnheuvelmans6287
    @merijnheuvelmans6287 3 года назад +3

    Not only the animation is one of the best i’ve ever seen but the whole esthetic, setting, music and sound design is near perfect!

  • @pajammy99
    @pajammy99 Год назад +1

    One of my personal favourite brickfilms of all time, everything about it is incredible.

  • @SplitterShot
    @SplitterShot 6 лет назад +72

    Stunning film with a well crafted script and visuals! Love these quick Edgar Wright cuts when they leave the building btw.. Also the opening scene was extremely nicely done. Top-notch work :D

  • @Jouche123
    @Jouche123 6 лет назад +9

    Wow this was absolutely amazing. There was so many cool techniques like when he placed the money in his jacket or with the remote. I would love to see another one and hope there will be a sequel.

  • @OrbitalLizardStudios
    @OrbitalLizardStudios 6 месяцев назад +1

    It's still mind-blowing how good this is. I think it somehow has the amazing quality of something from a big animation studio, but it still has the charm of a passion project, if that makes sense.

  • @user-os6fv6tb2r
    @user-os6fv6tb2r 3 года назад +4

    I found this beauty by mistake. And It happened to be the best mistake I've ever made.

  • @DKFilms
    @DKFilms 6 лет назад +31

    This is absolutely amazing. One of the best brickfilms I've ever seen in my life. You guys have crafted a masterpiece. Well done.

  • @HarryAndBillyBrick
    @HarryAndBillyBrick 6 лет назад +16

    This is a candy for my eyes and ears! I've enjoyed every single detail that you've put in this video (and also all the stuff that you've shared during the production). Great teamwork!

    • @brotherswaughstudios4156
      @brotherswaughstudios4156 6 лет назад +2

      You know a video is good when HarryAndBillyBrick, Keshen, and Fancy Pants say it's good.

  • @airlampstudios761
    @airlampstudios761 4 года назад +3

    This is one of my favorite stop motions, the music fits in so well, this animation is short and sweet.

  • @BrickTaleStudios
    @BrickTaleStudios 6 лет назад +18

    Absolutely gorgeous set design and lighting! You guys really nailed the dumpy 70's California motel look! And of course, beautiful animation as usual!

  • @saturdazedreviews3591
    @saturdazedreviews3591 6 лет назад +17

    Awesome! Loved the lighting and the Tarantino vibes!

  • @JoshNKiHD
    @JoshNKiHD 5 лет назад +15

    1:28 well theirs a fun little cameo in the second floor window

    • @sullysquid4377
      @sullysquid4377 3 года назад

      Who is it? :D

    • @JoshNKiHD
      @JoshNKiHD 3 года назад +2

      @@sullysquid4377 it's MindGame Studios own sigfig

  • @supercoolclark
    @supercoolclark 4 года назад +3

    This is probably the best Brickfilm I’ve ever seen. Beautiful work guys. You are an inspiration.

  • @McFaddenWasRight
    @McFaddenWasRight 3 года назад +3

    Beautifully done. I suspect a heavy Tarantino influence and loved your choice of Pink Floyd at the end. Great cinematics. I like stories with talking only where it needs to be, just like it is, and giving the actions a chance to move the story forward on its own merit in-between.

  • @bblanimation
    @bblanimation 6 лет назад +1

    A few details that stood out to me: pulling the cord across the ground was well animated and a brilliant character reveal, the apartment complex set design was spot on (reminded me of the Florida Project), and I think the biggest highlight for me was the animation as the character tucks money in his coat pocket.

  • @Jamesbrick27
    @Jamesbrick27 6 лет назад +5

    If brickfilms had an awards season you definitely would deserve to win best Cinematography. In fact this is some of the best cinematography in a brickfilm I've ever seen period. Really great work! :)

  • @LiamLegoStudios
    @LiamLegoStudios 5 лет назад +11

    This looks so professional! The camerawork was spectacular, lighting was very beautifully done, and the animation looks extremely realistic! I liked how the clock had moving hands. Also, the way you used pieces was very clever. The use of a ring as an ash tray, or the clear heads for lamps- Great job guys!

  • @captainmichaelstudios
    @captainmichaelstudios Год назад +2

    This is a genuinely a masterpiece. The opening scene is so unbelievably good, and it blows my mind how you guys did this.

  • @SPELBRICKS
    @SPELBRICKS 5 лет назад +1

    Hello.
    This Lego animation was so.....UNBELIEVABLE! The storyboard, sound effects, smoothness, everything was just perfect! I can't believe that the Lego stop motion animation can be so wonderful.
    Also the scenery in the room....cool!

  • @connornyhan
    @connornyhan 5 лет назад +2

    This is absolutely phenomenal on every level. The most impressive brickfilm I’ve seen probably.

  • @greenmachinefilms6331
    @greenmachinefilms6331 4 года назад +2

    That was fucking awesome and great soundtrack too

  • @1_Jose_Vent
    @1_Jose_Vent 7 месяцев назад +2

    This deserves an Oscar

  • @AntBandit
    @AntBandit 6 лет назад +4

    Fantastic cinematography, next level production design and a fun short story. This is the kind of work that inspires me to keep making Brickfilms. Truly amazing job gentlemen.

  • @simpingspartan646
    @simpingspartan646 5 лет назад +2

    This is literally one of the best stopmotions

  • @WorldofShrimpy
    @WorldofShrimpy 6 лет назад +3

    I have made many stop-motions and seen hundreds on RUclips, but this masterpiece is by far the BEST! Every shot is carefully crafted, framed, animated and edited. Words cannot describe how amazing this is!!!!!

  • @arthurmorgan8560
    @arthurmorgan8560 3 года назад +2

    2 years later and I'ma say that we need a sequel

  • @swedishmonke3757
    @swedishmonke3757 3 года назад +1

    This... IS THE FREAKING BEST BRICKFILM I'VE EVER SEEN IN MY LIFE

  • @themoosefigs3331
    @themoosefigs3331 6 лет назад +10

    Holy shit what a phenomenal animation.

  • @BossKingLegoProductions
    @BossKingLegoProductions 3 года назад +3

    I read the behind the scenes write-up and now I appreciate the (1:50) scene SO MUCH MORE

  • @GregoryAnimations
    @GregoryAnimations 6 лет назад +2

    Absolutely phenomenal. The animation, the cinematography, it's all just so amazing.

  • @ScreamingTantrum
    @ScreamingTantrum 6 лет назад +5

    I felt like I was actually watching an episode of a show. Great work guys! Everything was excellent. I loved the cut out on the floor, simple touches are the best.

  • @adamtherenegade2001
    @adamtherenegade2001 2 года назад +1

    That was awsome. Plus nice putting pink floyd pig song at the end. It fits with the mysterious ending

  • @jake7151
    @jake7151 Год назад +1

    This deserves to be a feature length film. I’m talking Lord of the Rings Directors cut long. Or at least the length of another Brickfilm called: Paired. Both are great films by the way. This deserves to be expanded on. You person have just gained a subscriber.

  • @philistineswine
    @philistineswine 4 года назад +2

    Excellent, am glad to see there are LEGO animations for mature audiences.

  • @primarycolours647
    @primarycolours647 3 года назад +1

    I’ve watched this several times. The lighting, the close up animation, camera angles. Superb

  • @MegaSpaceFighter
    @MegaSpaceFighter 5 лет назад +1

    Well in my opinion this masterpiece is the best LEGO animation ever made. So many details and your skill in stop-motion ahhh... gorgeous

  • @pressstart1490
    @pressstart1490 2 года назад +2

    This is by far the most professional and perfect Brickfilm i ever seen. So much great techniques, angles, it's astonishing. You should work with Hollywood movies or something. Great talent

  • @JacobCrow
    @JacobCrow 6 лет назад +2

    This is bloody incredible - one of those brickfilms that almost transcends the art and you forget you're watching a Lego video!

  • @octoberTFB
    @octoberTFB 7 месяцев назад

    Oh man, this was one of the most mindblowing brickfilms I had ever seen a few years back. I love this cinematic masterpiece!

  • @bandisanst
    @bandisanst 3 года назад +1

    Feels like a real movie! Great soundtrack

  • @amduxmate6694
    @amduxmate6694 5 лет назад +1

    omg pink floyd at the end! best directed lego movie !

  • @laurqn7844
    @laurqn7844 3 года назад +2

    Guys this is so amazing!! The voices, animation, lighting etc is spot on! When I first watched this it kinda gave me of Quentin Tarantino pulp fiction vibes. Great work!!

  • @CuboidPixel
    @CuboidPixel 6 лет назад +15

    The Legend has returned!!
    P.S. the animation, voice acting, lighting, music, and sfx are spectacular. Fantastic job!

  • @trungkien4659
    @trungkien4659 2 года назад

    The creative works for this short film are masterfully done. Bravo

  • @kylefrank638
    @kylefrank638 4 года назад

    The scale changes for the book and remote close-up are great.

  • @TheMaximumWarp
    @TheMaximumWarp 6 лет назад +2

    In terms of the quality of animation this is maybe the most cinematic brick film to ever exist. Fantastic Job to both Zach and Nathan this is the reason I've stuck with you guys for so many years.

  • @wdanimation1216
    @wdanimation1216 4 года назад +1

    I do not understand how this video hasn't gotten the views it deserves. It's so amazing with tons of intelligent techniques! An inspiration to small youtubers like myself :D

  • @bblanimation
    @bblanimation 6 лет назад +3

    Absolutely stunning from start to finish. The medium disappeared as the story captivated me, and the cinematography wove it all together. Truly inspiring 🙂

  • @lespoon
    @lespoon Год назад +1

    This just screams Coen brothers and I'm all for it.

  • @soggywaffle7675
    @soggywaffle7675 3 года назад

    This is seriously amazing. The technique with the TV remote was so clever

  • @Rirky
    @Rirky 3 года назад +1

    This is crazy! The details, the smoothness, the score. Everything is great!

  • @Ellw229
    @Ellw229 5 месяцев назад +2

    Man Ive seen this so many times now
    I know this comments late but as a film maker this has been great inspiration

  • @tonyf.3932
    @tonyf.3932 Год назад +2

    I felt like watching this video today, so when I typed in “mindgame studios”, this was the first video to show up in the search results. It’s like MindGame Studios was reading my mind. Ha-ha.

  • @gaijyn1981
    @gaijyn1981 4 года назад

    This has a value of 10.000000000000000. This is gold. The first part had a great light. It looked real.

  • @sub0969
    @sub0969 4 года назад

    If brickfilms were nominated for an Oscar this would win best picture and Animation

  • @darthmorroStopmotion
    @darthmorroStopmotion 3 года назад +1

    My new favourite brick film

  • @electroeel9324
    @electroeel9324 8 месяцев назад

    Truly one of the best lego animations I've seen

  • @St.Ivory_
    @St.Ivory_ 2 года назад

    Literally one of the best Lego animations I have ever seen, wow!

  • @Chaizin
    @Chaizin 3 года назад +1

    It took me nearly 3 years to finally notice that cameo at 1:27

  • @darklamp544
    @darklamp544 4 года назад +1

    Lighting is so beautiful!!!!😍😍

  • @jackelproductions7035
    @jackelproductions7035 2 года назад +2

    That may be the best brick film of all time and it is definitely my favorite, well done.

  • @ch4_nC3
    @ch4_nC3 3 года назад

    I wouldn't even be mad if it was 2 seconds long, the music and the animation work together perfectly!

  • @James_Lo
    @James_Lo 5 лет назад +1

    This is great, the lighting and camera movements are just so cinematic.

  • @MinilifeTV
    @MinilifeTV 6 лет назад +2

    Fantastic lighting, sets, and techniques. Great job guys! The remote close up was my personal favorite shot.

  • @meh...9500
    @meh...9500 3 года назад +1

    Epic Animation bro might be the best I've seen so good for a Lego Film.

  • @sunny527
    @sunny527 2 года назад

    This animation is amazing, the soundtracks, oh god the lights, PERFECT!

  • @buggobricks
    @buggobricks Год назад +2

    One of the greats.

  • @FormalLens
    @FormalLens 6 лет назад

    This should be the new gold standard for brick filming, every aspect of this film just works so well to place the viewer in its world.

  • @a-a-ronpaben8411
    @a-a-ronpaben8411 5 лет назад +1

    This is my favorite stop motion video of all time, I've watched it so many times, good job.

  • @thrashandburnn
    @thrashandburnn 3 года назад

    Corporal Clegg really set the tone and wrappped it up really nicely

  • @SuitedNinjaNerdStudios
    @SuitedNinjaNerdStudios 6 лет назад

    Wow!! This film was phenomenal!! I loved the cinematography of everything, the way the music accompanied the visuals was perfect, the lighting added an astounding amount of mood and grittiness to everything, and the ambiance and little details throughout made the environment feel so lifelike. The best part had to be the camera movement, as I'm sure you know it's quite challenging, but you guys did some spot on work with the zooms and pan shots!! This film has been well worth the long wait!! Excited to see what's to come!!

  • @jpxtreme0828
    @jpxtreme0828 4 года назад +1

    I would see a 2 hour movie of this