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Black Ocean

Black Ocean is the title of a virtual and fictitious metropolis that runs parallel to reality. It’s a place where people can live their ideal lives, tailored to their desires. This advanced, vibrant city relies on artificial intelligence to continually update itself. It was established by a young software engineer, and users enter it through a small microchip affixed to their temples, where they can create their ideal worlds and accomplish unattainable aspirations in the real world. This allure of the virtual world makes it difficult for users to leave. As the Black Ocean program progresses, anyone who participates in computer games, gambling, betting, or other entertainment venues quickly becomes indebted to the Black Ocean. According to the game’s rules, they are obligated to pay their debt before exiting the black ocean.

Trailers

The plot kicks off when Arash and his twin sister Aida learn that their father, who died years ago, was the architect of Black Ocean. They get an invitation to join the game and Arash becomes a gamer. To get into the Black Ocean, Arash, along with his sister’s support, enlists the help of his influencer friend, forming a team of three.

Character Design

Each episode follows Arash as he enters the virtual world and takes on a new mission, while Aida commands the operation from the control room. Through hacking and programming, she assists Arash in aiding those in need in this virtual space.

Arash

Arash is one of the main characters in the story of Black Ocean. He is a young man who embarks on an adventure in the virtual world created by his late father, the Black Ocean. He has a twin sister, Aida, who supports him throughout his journey.

Arash’s character evolves throughout the story as he learns more about the Black Ocean and the role his father played in its creation. He becomes more aware of the dangers of the virtual world and the impact it can have on people’s lives. With this newfound knowledge, he strives to make a difference and create a safer environment for the people trapped within the Black Ocean.

Aida

Aida is one of the main characters in the story of Black Ocean, and the twin sister of Arash. She is a key figure in Arash’s journey, providing support and assistance as he explores the virtual world created by their father.

Aida is a brilliant computer hacker and programmer, with a deep understanding of the workings of the Black Ocean. She uses her skills to help her brother and his team navigate through the virtual world, and to hack into the system to uncover hidden information.

World Design

Black Ocean

The Black Ocean is a virtual world created by a young programming engineer, designed to exist parallel to the real world. It is a place where users can enter through a small microchip attached to their temples, and create their ideal world, complete with all the features and experiences they desire.

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Credits

DIRECTED BY
ANGUS MACLANE


PRODUCED BY
GALYN SUSMAN, P.G.A.


EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS
ANDREW STANTON
PETE DOCTER


ASSOCIATE PRODUCER
MICHAEL WARCH


STORY BY
ANGUS MACLANE
MATTHEW ALDRICH
JASON HEADLEY


SCREENPLAY BY
JASON HEADLEY
ANGUS MACLANE

Awards

ANNIE AWARDS

WINNER FOR OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT
IN ANIMATED THEATRICAL FEATURE

 

ACADEMY AWARDS

WINNER OF SPECIAL ACHIEVEMENT AWARD

 

 

ARS ELECTRONICA

WINNER OF GOLDEN NICA FOR COMPUTER ANIMATION