Everything Has Gone Viral

Three short films, only available on the internet;

1. The Landlord, found at funnyordie.com starring Will Ferrell. This I believe is an attempt at a short film, as it has a story line to it and is not just a quick funny internet joke. Will Ferrell is a regular to appear on short films for funnyordie.com and has since his first appearance opened the door for other actors to join.

The Landlord from Will Ferrell

The reason as to why this became so popular is first of all because of Will Ferrell and his role as a famous comedian in Hollywood. Second of all, the story behind the film and especially the people (the toddler) makes the short film hilarious. I think this particular short film is good, mainly because of Will Ferrell and his creativity for turning boring normal day-to-day activities into something funny. I love a good laugh, and this is what this short film gave me, simple as that.
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2. Pilgeon Pilfer, found at weheartshortfilms.com. Story about pigeons who are quite hungry, but not for food.. Funny short story, and the claymation is a nice touch. I especially liked it, because we all know what it is like to try and eat something delicious and along comes a hundred pigeons begging for the crumbs.

Pigeon Pilfer from Michael Stevenson on Vimeo.

This was one of the top rated shortfilms on weheartshortfilms.com, so I would therefore say it is already popular. Just not mainstream popular. This is just a different shortfilm because of the claymation, which makes it that much better. Besides, the turning point (when you realize what the pigeons really are after) is a funny touch to the story. It's a good short animation to watch.
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3.  Last Day Dream, also found at weheartshortfilms.com. A very short story told through the eyes of a man, as his life flashes before him. Perhaps one of my favourite short films, as it has such character and personality.

Last Day Dream [HD] from Chris Milk on Vimeo.

As with the previous shortfilm, this one was also one of the top rated on weheartshortfilms.com. This was actually an entry for the Bejing  42 second dream film festival in 2009, which I believe makes it more popular than the pigeon shortfilm. What makes this shortfilm so good is because it is real, everyone can relate to this shortfilm. When a person can relate, then they can also emphasize with the main character. You go through the ups and downs with the person in the film and feel connected. It gives meaning to the phrase - 'life flashing right before your eyes'.