World of Tomorrow Collection

The World of Tomorrow Collection is an American animated science fiction project comprising three short films created by Don Hertzfeldt between 2015 and 2020. The collection utilizes a unique approach to storytelling, with the voice of Julia Pott being recorded while drawing and playing, incorporating her spontaneous vocalizations and questions directly into the narrative. This method shapes the character and contributes to the overall atmosphere of the films. The three installments in the World of Tomorrow Collection have a total runtime of 74 minutes. The first film, released in 2015, received an Oscar nomination. Subsequent episodes were released in 2017 and 2020, with the final film having a runtime of 34 minutes. The collection's total budget and revenue are both recorded as zero. The World of Tomorrow Collection presents a series of animated explorations within the science fiction genre. Each film offers a distinct narrative, built upon the foundation of the spontaneous vocal reactions and questions captured from Hertzfeldt’s niece. The collection spans a period of five years, showcasing a consistent artistic vision across its three parts.