“It’s a masterpiece. One of the best I’ve ever seen. Beautiful writing, gorgeously shot, and the directing and acting were amazing. Loved this.”
- Peter Farrelly (Director, There’s Something About Mary)
“You can feel the love poured into every element of this beautiful compact story & If you’re someone who works in the creative field for a living, it’ll add an extra layer of depth, humor & heart.”
- Ryan Colt Levy (Chainsaw Man)
“Holy shit they did an Aaron Sorkin but with puppets“
- Kat Lynch on Letterboxd
“What an incredible film. Funny, touching, and a tribute to the person inside all of us who struggles to find their purpose.“
- MehgicMike on Letterboxd
“A heartfelt look at being a struggling creative, told through the lens of puppetry. The perfect balance of whimsy and crippling depression. A unique tone absolutely nailed by the filmmakers.”
- Jordan Paley on Letterboxed
Meeting Your Maker received it’s Academy Award® qualification as the Grand Jury Prize winner for Best Narrative Short at the Dallas International Film Festival 2026.
Shot on the streets of Los Angeles, this is a reminder that the act of creating, no matter how messy, no matter how unseen, is still worthwhile. That what we make might not last forever, but the act of making still matters.
And sometimes...
...that has to be enough.
