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My Chair Early Cut
🕑 Added 2025-06-17 21:40:02 +0000 UTCPatron,
Here is the early cut of My Chair.
This is what my entire life was dedicated to for the last eight months - and longer. I quit my job for this!!!
Only a few changes remain before the final upload, but this is pretty much it. I wanted to get it out to you as soon as possible, so, there is still no score, which is being worked on as I write this. I don't think the absence of music detracts much, though. Also, there's an incomplete animated shot near the finale that needs to be polished. If you want to wait for the final, final version, feel free to do so.
This cut cost $6 for free members. (On iOS it totals to $9 because of fees, so buy it on the computer) To those that purchased this, thank you. Your contribution will go toward repairing my camera, which gave out last month during a late night shoot. I greatly appreciate everyone that supported this project. If you were a longtime paying member who recently switched to the free tier, shoot me a message and I'll give you access.
I must also thank Thomas Mammoth, who animated almost all of this alongside me. And my lovely Kate, for living with the hell that I created. Theeb, for the incredible 3D animation. Julian and baby Magda, for the adorable voice acting. Noah, for the shepherd tone. Kevin, Haakon and Connor for being my friends. Mutti, Poppa and Elli for all the thrifting.
Most of all, thank for supporting me in making this. Let me know what you think, and please do not share this with outsiders.
Eric
Comments
Ross Nelson
Great job Eric! Really impressive work!
Richard Beaubian
Very Svankmajer-esque
Doorknob
There's something genuinely scary about the way all those chairs enter the room. This should teach everyone to be more kind to their furniture.
Trent Lenkarski
Eric! This is so incredible! I feel like I have to watch it 50 more times to catch all the details!
Eric Bernhagen
❤️ the world is insane, not me.
B anon
Sometimes I wonder if your mental illness isn't a bit Eric, love you!
Eric Bernhagen
Andy! Thank you! We all share the power.
Eric Bernhagen
That is very nice to hear Frank, thank you. There are a lot of frames....
Eric Bernhagen
Graham! We will be rocking and rolling again soon.
Eric Bernhagen
Matthew THANK YOU for watching it!
Eric Bernhagen
Abaloney! Thank you for the intrigue. A lot of elements in this story should be taken at "face" value...
Eric Bernhagen
Thank you so much Tutu!!!
Tutu
im gonna wait but i patron'd for the early cut anyways
Abaloney
I'm trying to figure out the underlying meaning behind the drawing version of you is and what that represents in regard to your artistic career. I feel like there's a lot being said here that is just begging to be interpreted.
Matthew R. Humphrey
This is fantastic. Thank you.
Graham
Love your work, I hope the purchase helps repairs + future projects from you
Frank
At several times in this short did I audibly gasp, the insanity, no hold barred, was such a delight to see. I feel like I was freeze-frame-analyzing every shot I was so enthralled by the detail. Really, really, great stuff Eric.
Eric Bernhagen
That is so nice of you Joey. Thank you for watching
Eric Bernhagen
Thank you so much for the support umbra.
Andy Markantonatos
hey man. i just want you to know you're an inspiration and you fucking rule<3
Joey
Stunning visuals, such a vivid world you have created. It's amazing the craft, effort, and sheer amount of work that went into this. Well done and thank you for sharing!
umbra
Purchased instantly. Love that you're making such insane content. Also love that you've got such a good working relationship with Mammoth. You compliment each other well and I'll always buy y'all's projects.
Eric Bernhagen
I’m glad you saw it from the start, Filip! Thank you!
Boyish 000
so good
Filip Richardson
Some of your best work so far, it is seriously impressive. Thank you for creating everything from 69th Cobblestone Corps, all the way to this.
Eric Bernhagen
Thank you for watching __!!!
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The scenes with the talking baby puppet warmed my heart. I seriously cried tears of joy. The whole thing was beautiful and dazzling!
Seamus Bradley
The amount of things being animated in some scenes is so impressive. That was great.
Eric Bernhagen
Glad you enjoyed Dante!
Eric Bernhagen
Thank you for watching and enjoying Matt!!! Means a lot. Thank you for the support.
Matthew St. Martin
Eric this is so. Fucking. Good. I had such a good time watching this from start to finish. Great job!!!
Jay Kariesch
Hell yeah! That shit is sick!
Dante
Extremely impressive nice work
Ariana Segura
Super clean. The story felt super organic and just as alive as the household. Good job to everyone involved!
Eric Bernhagen
Podcast on hiatus
Pantsless Gamers
fantastic work. Every second, every scene is impeccable and handled respectively for each moment being portrayed. engaging AF
vekerz
Amazing work! I can definitely see how this took months to finish. Your stop motion is getting really good. Also, is the podcast being uploaded somewhere else?
RiversEatsCarrots
Good shit Eric. Proud of you man
Eric Bernhagen
Aw thank you Max. @eric-bernhagen . It will go to the next project!!!
Max Finn
is there any way i can make a one time donation to celebrate? do you have a venmo?
Cromly
Enjoyable and hilarious watch as always. Your animation is professional level now
Matt Shaver
So creative. Great work dude!
Eric Bernhagen
Lol that’s terrible to hear! I’m sorry
Vanessa
Your videos always give me a negative, uneasy feeling. I can’t put it any other way, but you must be doing something right. I am anxious, disgusted, scared… good job with this! And also to Thomas, Kate, Theeb, everyone who contributed!
Jake Tyrna
Holy shit dude. I wish I had more to say other than this is incredible.
