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
Great job Eric! Really impressive work!
Ross Nelson
2025-08-27 22:09:35 +0000 UTCVery Svankmajer-esque
Richard Beaubian
2025-08-16 07:30:22 +0000 UTCThere's something genuinely scary about the way all those chairs enter the room. This should teach everyone to be more kind to their furniture.
Doorknob
2025-08-06 09:48:07 +0000 UTCEric! This is so incredible! I feel like I have to watch it 50 more times to catch all the details!
Trent Lenkarski
2025-07-11 03:12:49 +0000 UTC❤️ the world is insane, not me.
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-10 03:22:15 +0000 UTCSometimes I wonder if your mental illness isn't a bit Eric, love you!
B anon
2025-07-10 03:21:06 +0000 UTCAndy! Thank you! We all share the power.
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-10 03:03:22 +0000 UTCThat is very nice to hear Frank, thank you. There are a lot of frames....
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-10 03:03:12 +0000 UTCGraham! We will be rocking and rolling again soon.
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-10 03:02:53 +0000 UTCMatthew THANK YOU for watching it!
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-10 03:02:35 +0000 UTCAbaloney! Thank you for the intrigue. A lot of elements in this story should be taken at "face" value...
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-10 03:02:01 +0000 UTCThank you so much Tutu!!!
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-10 02:59:16 +0000 UTCim gonna wait but i patron'd for the early cut anyways
Tutu
2025-07-10 02:48:13 +0000 UTCI'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.
Abaloney
2025-07-04 08:38:42 +0000 UTCThis is fantastic. Thank you.
Matthew R. Humphrey
2025-07-04 05:16:43 +0000 UTCLove your work, I hope the purchase helps repairs + future projects from you
Graham
2025-07-04 02:42:20 +0000 UTCAt 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.
Frank
2025-07-04 02:06:32 +0000 UTCThat is so nice of you Joey. Thank you for watching
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-04 00:19:49 +0000 UTCThank you so much for the support umbra.
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-04 00:19:26 +0000 UTChey man. i just want you to know you're an inspiration and you fucking rule<3
Andy Markantonatos
2025-07-04 00:19:02 +0000 UTCStunning 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!
Joey
2025-07-04 00:11:39 +0000 UTCPurchased 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.
umbra
2025-07-03 22:40:25 +0000 UTCI’m glad you saw it from the start, Filip! Thank you!
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-03 21:56:18 +0000 UTCso good
Boyish 000
2025-07-03 20:08:09 +0000 UTCSome of your best work so far, it is seriously impressive. Thank you for creating everything from 69th Cobblestone Corps, all the way to this.
Filip Richardson
2025-07-03 19:28:46 +0000 UTCThank you for watching __!!!
Eric Bernhagen
2025-07-01 00:14:03 +0000 UTCThe scenes with the talking baby puppet warmed my heart. I seriously cried tears of joy. The whole thing was beautiful and dazzling!
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2025-06-30 08:10:38 +0000 UTCThe amount of things being animated in some scenes is so impressive. That was great.
Seamus Bradley
2025-06-23 07:28:04 +0000 UTCGlad you enjoyed Dante!
Eric Bernhagen
2025-06-22 22:53:04 +0000 UTCThank you for watching and enjoying Matt!!! Means a lot. Thank you for the support.
Eric Bernhagen
2025-06-22 22:52:54 +0000 UTCEric this is so. Fucking. Good. I had such a good time watching this from start to finish. Great job!!!
Matthew St. Martin
2025-06-21 02:29:32 +0000 UTCHell yeah! That shit is sick!
Jay Kariesch
2025-06-19 04:13:30 +0000 UTCExtremely impressive nice work
Dante
2025-06-19 00:49:40 +0000 UTCSuper clean. The story felt super organic and just as alive as the household. Good job to everyone involved!
Ariana Segura
2025-06-18 19:37:07 +0000 UTCPodcast on hiatus
Eric Bernhagen
2025-06-18 14:28:20 +0000 UTCfantastic work. Every second, every scene is impeccable and handled respectively for each moment being portrayed. engaging AF
Pantsless Gamers
2025-06-18 13:34:21 +0000 UTCAmazing 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?
vekerz
2025-06-18 03:00:09 +0000 UTCGood shit Eric. Proud of you man
RiversEatsCarrots
2025-06-18 02:29:16 +0000 UTCAw thank you Max. @eric-bernhagen . It will go to the next project!!!
Eric Bernhagen
2025-06-18 02:23:40 +0000 UTCis there any way i can make a one time donation to celebrate? do you have a venmo?
Max Finn
2025-06-18 01:19:53 +0000 UTCEnjoyable and hilarious watch as always. Your animation is professional level now
Cromly
2025-06-17 23:16:55 +0000 UTCSo creative. Great work dude!
Matt Shaver
2025-06-17 22:19:23 +0000 UTCLol that’s terrible to hear! I’m sorry
Eric Bernhagen
2025-06-17 22:06:16 +0000 UTCYour 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!
Vanessa
2025-06-17 22:05:44 +0000 UTCHoly shit dude. I wish I had more to say other than this is incredible.
Jake Tyrna
2025-06-17 21:58:04 +0000 UTC