Willowbrook student debuts animated short film

Top: Maurice Brown (center, Willowbrook class of 2019) shows his animated short film, “Derone Jones,” to Willowbrook students and staff during a debut celebration on May 16. Bottom left: Brown poses with Willowbrook Art Department Head John Epple. Bottom right: Brown (center) premieres his film to Willowbrook students and staff.

On May 16, Willowbrook students and staff came together after school to celebrate the work of Willowbrook student Maurice Brown (class of 2019).

Brown created an animated short film called “Derone Jones,” which was debuted on that day. For the past several semesters, Brown has worked tirelessly to complete the film and even came in during his resource time and lunch period to finish the animation.

“Maurice was trying to complete this project prior to our art show in April, but just missed it,” said Willowbrook Art Department Head John Epple. “Even then, he still kept coming in and got it done. I am very proud of his drive and commitment to this project! It represents many hours of animation, editing and learning for Maurice.”

To watch “Derone Jones,” click the video above.