Uploaded May 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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A heartfelt opening scene from GOAT, animated by Saul Latorre Sebastian at Sony Pictures Imageworks.

For this sequence, Saul filmed live-action reference footage with his own mother to capture authentic emotion, warmth, and support between the characters. He mentioned this was not only one of the longest shots he has animated, but also one of the most personal projects in his career.

This breakdown showcases how animation evolves from live-action reference to polished final render, highlighting acting choices, timing, and emotional storytelling.

This video is for educational purposes only.

Credits
👤 Animator: Saul Latorre Sebastian
🎯 Role: Lead Animator
🎞️ Studio: Sony Pictures Imageworks,
🔗 Animator Profile : ca.linkedin.com/in/saul-latorre-sebastian-73a22b171

📧 Contact: 3DAnimationInternships@gmail.com

⚠️Copyright & attribution:
All footage © their respective studios/rights holders and is used for educational commentary and review under fair use where applicable. Individual animator and studio credits are listed above when available. No ownership claimed.

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