OLD KNIGHT - Animated short film - by Gabe Hordos

Synopsis:
An old knight goes on a journey to rescue his horse from the jaws of a dragon.

Animated by Gabe Hordos
Executive Produced by Line Korsgaard Andersen
King/Old knight voiced by Jay Preston
Horse/Dragon voiced by Dee Baker
Music by David Abraham
Sound design/Re-recording Mixer by Gordon Hookailo

[theonewhoknows]

The age of a knight is a sign of skill.

[EmnM]

My dude established a deep, long friendship in 2 seconds flat. Chef's kiss.

[Rantandreason]

The older the knight, the more you should fear and respect him
He's lived through countless trials

[silmarlfan]

this genuinely looked like it had been animated by the old Disney masters! someone over there give this man a job!

[Centeris]

I love that the knight still had shaky hands at the end. Such a nice detail that the horse never cared, and his age and shaky hands doesn't stop him from being who he is: a brave and loyal knight. He didn't need to be 'fixed' or 'cured', he just has to fight for the people (or animals) that are actually worth fighting for who appreciate it (unlike the king who just sees his age).

[stainlesssteelfox]

I've seen full length features with budgets of hundreds of millions of dollars that pack less character development and engagement into their stories than this 2:45 animation, not to mention stunning visuals and amazing action scenes.

[MrJDBrophy]

Never belittle an elder in a career where they die young. The old man got there for a reason.

[Nocl]

"Simply too old."
This man was flung off his horse by a dragon TWICE and took it like rolling out of bed
Hope well see more of this OldKnight and his Steed in their forced retirement

[bieuxyongson]

This is amazing. Anyone going up against a dragon for his horse has my heart. Never belittle the old soldier. Brilliant work. Please never stop.

[ladyterror]

I’m just excited it’s a knight saving his horse, like, I think a lot of people can relate to going the distance for an animal that’s been with them through thick and thin.

[EndThusIAm]

A knight doesn't always have to slay an enemy, he only must be brave enough to save others from them! No matter the age!
Fantastic short story!

[silenraven]

1:13 the knight really went like "Oh, thanks old pal!". Seriously, this feels like a storyboard and pre animation fo the old masterpieces animations movies we had back in the days. A bit of polish to make it smoother would be perfect

[mikkaribbe]

The king was really a fool. Imagin what a great teacher and wise advisor this knight could have been. He has experience and quick thinking. Don't dismiss people just because they are old or have a disability. They are still Worthy of love, no matter how much they are capable of. Nobody needs to prove that they are someone or worthy. My grandpa was disabled for over 10 years. But it didn't stop him from telling stories, making jokes and having fun with me. We couldn't go out and do active things, but I love him with all my heart.

[simplegarak]

This was like an old school Disney / Don Bluth film. Top quality. Very well done.

[rahmaaliali]

I am from Pakistan, I have watched how to train your dragons countless times with family, with friends, with neighbour's, even after moving to saudia, I watched there with friends from different regions. Now this one is also amazing.
Thnkyou for being a part of our childhood

[Sabre]

This is simply fantastic in every area. The animation is so fluid and expressive. The characters are really engaging and understandable even without a lot of talking. The story is "only" 2:45 but I felt the whole rollercoaster of emotions. Well done!!

[midnightcoffee]

"You're too old."

Never underestimate the old man in a profession where men die young.

[jakecassell]

Respect an old man in a world where men die young.

[andrewosborne]

Knights spent more time with their horses than training with a sword. The horse was the most valuable weapon/companion they had. Makes sense to have that bond.

[Mantisisland]

This has more heart, skill, and earnest storytelling than 99% of the crap the mainstream is shoveling right now. Well done.