While the Siberian Mouse has undoubtedly been a highlight of I 1st Studio's portfolio, the studio and its collaborators are continually pushing the boundaries of digital content creation. With plans for future projects, Masha and Veronika Babko are poised to continue their trajectory of innovation and creativity. Whether through expanding the universe of the Siberian Mouse or embarking on entirely new ventures, I 1st Studio is a name to watch in the digital content landscape.
Title: Siberian Mouse Format: Live‑action/2‑D hybrid short (18′) Studio: 1st Studio Directors: Masha & Veronika Babko Synopsis: A teenage girl rescues an injured mouse; together they trek through Siberian wilderness seeking a mythic meadow that holds the secret to the forest’s survival. Key Highlights: • Hand‑drawn mouse animation interwoven with RED 6K footage. • Authentic Siberian locations; environmental‑friendly set. • Award‑winning debut for the Babko sisters at MISOFF 2024. • Strong festival circuit presence (Moscow, Rotterdam, Busan). i 1st studio siberian mouse masha and veronika babko work
| Item | Example of what to look for | |------|-----------------------------| | Exact (or near‑exact) title words | “Siberian mouse”, “first studio”, “laboratory”, “behavior”, “genetics” | | Author full names | “M. [Surname]”, “Veronika Babko” (check for hyphenated forms) | | Year or range of years | 2010‑2020, “2015” | | Journal or conference name | Journal of Mammalogy , Proceedings of the Siberian Biological Society , “International Workshop on Rodent Models” | | Institution | “Institute of Cytology and Genetics (Siberian Branch)”, “Novosibirsk State University” | | Keywords | “cryopreservation”, “reproductive biology”, “inbred line”, “behavioral testing” | | Language | Russian, English, bilingual (often the abstract is in English, the article in Russian) | While the Siberian Mouse has undoubtedly been a
| Phase | Dates | Notes | |---|---|---| | | 1 Jan – 15 Feb 2024 | Rough cut completed within six weeks; test screenings in Moscow’s “ArtHouse” cinema. | | VFX & Animation | 16 Feb – 10 Mar 2024 | Integrated mouse sequences; colour grading by Veronika in DaVinci Resolve. | | Sound Mix | 11 Mar – 20 Mar 2024 | 5.1 surround mix prepared for festival screening. | | Final QC & Delivery | 21 Mar – 31 Mar 2024 | DCPs and online versions exported. | • Award‑winning debut for the Babko sisters at