Me in a Nutshell (2026)

Me in a Nutshell is a five-minute animated comedy about a dimwitted but curious creature that somehow becomes trapped inside a nutshell. Determined to escape, the creature repeatedly attempts to overcome its bizarre predicament.

Directed by Joshua Higgs and Elena Krasteva, the short is built around a simple visual gag that becomes a miniature adventure. The project has an unusually large credited animation crew for such a brief film, reflecting the collaborative nature of its 3D production.

• Joshua Higgs and Elena Krasteva directed and wrote the film.
• Jordyn Tyber produced the project.
• Trygg Aase-Farnum and Andrew Lesch are among the credited 3D directors.
• The animation team includes Nancy Zhang, Teddy Wheeler, Michelle Kim, Riley Willard, and many other artists.
• The film was released on May 30, 2026 and is rated G.