Synopsis

Unicorn Boy is a young adult, coming-of-age animated feature which explores the complexity of first heartbreak and gender identity, created and animated entirely by the imaginative Matt Kiel. The story follows Matty, a down-on-their-luck artist, distraught by a recent breakup, who is magically sucked into a unicorn-run alternate dimension. Now, Matty must work with their new unicorn friends to conquer a dark force, bringing peace to their kingdom and emotional stability to their bleak Silver Lake life. This auteur-driven portrait of one’s former self is a beautiful reflection of the challenges that come along with growth and self-discovery.

PROFILE

Matty Kiel

Matt Kiel is an animator, director and actor who most recently served as lead animator on the SyFy Original Series “Hell Den” (Fall 2020), featured on Comedy Central. They have worked with HBO, Mattel, Bento Box Entertainment, Shout! Factory, Mondo Media, Six Point Harness and Fusion Network. Matt worked as animator, designer and art director on Guff Media’s web series “Grandma vs. The Internet.” Matt is also a juggling performer and has been featured on ABC’s “The Gong Show” and L.A. Live. They are a regular at Flappers Comedy Club’s kids show “Two Milk Minimum” as well as various comedy and variety shows around Los Angeles.