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The Mantis Parable

Created by Josh Staub

About Me


The Mantis Parable is the charming tale of a humble caterpillar trapped in a bug collector's jar and in need of a helping hand. The film has captivated audiences around the world with its stunning beauty and heartfelt message that resonates with children and adults alike.
"Artful and engaging...a skillful, thought-provoking, densely packed work with world class animation."
-Michael Medved, Film Critic and Talk Show Host
"The Mantis Parable equals the best work that Pixar has ever done. Superb filmmaking. Subtle, transformative, and animated with an incredible attention to detail. It is excellent. MOVIEGUIDE®'s highest commendation"
-Dr. Ted Baehr, Founder/Publisher of MOVIEGUIDE®
"Luminous...a visual stunner, a you-are-there tour of the inside of a household world we're all too big to ever visit."
-Animation World Magazine
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My Interests

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Anyone who enjoys film and animation!

My Blog

ME ==> Walt Disney Animation Studios

Hey all, it's been a while since I posted a blog but for those of you who remember me and my film The Mantis Parable I wanted to let you know that after 13+ years at Cyan (makers of Myst, Riven, ...
Posted by The Mantis Parable on Tue, 30 Oct 2007 07:44:00 PST

Mantis Screening at Comic-Con!

Hey Friends! Just wanted to let you all know that my award-winning animated short film The Mantis Parable is screening Sunday, July 29th at Comic-Con as part of Kid's Day and the best of the San Diego...
Posted by The Mantis Parable on Tue, 17 Jul 2007 08:20:00 PST

Website Update!

Hey Friends! Just wanted to let you all know that I've updated my personal portfolio site at www.jubileestudios.com with a few new photoshop paintings. Look in the Visual Development / Personal sectio...
Posted by The Mantis Parable on Thu, 31 May 2007 10:41:00 PST

Mantis Screening This Sunday!

Hey Friends! Just wanted to let you all know that my award-winning animated short film The Mantis Parable is screening this Sunday, April 22nd at 11:45am with the San Diego Children's F...
Posted by The Mantis Parable on Wed, 18 Apr 2007 07:03:00 PST

Free Downloadable Lesson Plan!

    Hey Friends! After receiving countless requests from teachers around the country, I have finally put up a freely downloadable "lesson plan" on the www.themantisparable.com website. ...
Posted by The Mantis Parable on Wed, 07 Mar 2007 02:03:00 PST

Mantis Screening - Saturday, March 3rd

    Hey Friends! Just wanted to let you all know that my award-winning animated short film The Mantis Parable is screening this Saturday, March 3rd at 10:30am with the S...
Posted by The Mantis Parable on Sun, 25 Feb 2007 09:03:00 PST

The Mantis Parable Wins Again!

Hey Friends! Just wanted to let you all know that my animated short film The Mantis Parable has won the Best Animated Short Film Award at the Beloit International Film Festival in Beloit, Wisconsin. T...
Posted by The Mantis Parable on Mon, 29 Jan 2007 05:19:00 PST

Mantis Screening Tonight!

    Hey Friends! Just wanted to let you all know that my award-winning animated short film The Mantis Parable is screening this evening at 5pm with the Beloit International Film Festiva...
Posted by The Mantis Parable on Thu, 18 Jan 2007 09:39:00 PST

HollyShorts Screening This Friday!

Hey Friends! Just wanted to let you all know that my award-winning animated short film The Mantis Parable is screening this Friday evening in at the Space Theater in Hollywood as part of an Award-Winn...
Posted by The Mantis Parable on Wed, 27 Dec 2006 12:21:00 PST

Merry Mantis Christmas!

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Posted by The Mantis Parable on Thu, 14 Dec 2006 01:14:00 PST