Digital Journal

Review: ‘Retirement Plan’ is an animated short by John Kelly that explores the facts of life

Still from 'Retirement Plan.' Photo Credit: John Kelly. Still from 'Retirement Plan.' Photo Credit: John Kelly. “Retirement Plan” is an animated short film by John Kelly, which explores the facts of ...
Yahoo

Filmmaker John Kelly On Creating The ‘Panic Attack’ Inspired Domhnall Gleeson Animated Short ‘Retirement Plan’; “I Was Prioritizing The Future At The Expense Of The ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Who among us hasn’t dabbled in a little wishful thinking about the future until they’re shaken to the core by the uncertainties of ...
Variety

Final Oscar Predictions: Animated Short — An Open Category With ‘Butterfly’ and ‘Retirement Plan’ Seeking Academy Recognition

Oscars Best Animated Short Film Commentary (Updated March 9, 2026): It’s a tale as old as time: Oscar pools are won or lost in the shorts categories. And this year’s animated short race may be the ...
Digital Journal

John Kelly discusses his 2026 Academy Award nomination for ‘Best Animated Short Film’ for ‘Retirement Plan’

Still from ‘Retirement Plan.’ Photo Credit: John Kelly. Filmmaker John Kelly chatted about his 2026 Academy Award nomination for “Best Animated Short Film” for “Retirement Plan.” It was directed by ...