Virgin Orbit
Airlaunch Explained
Virgin Orbit is on a mission to make space more accessible through AirLaunch — a transformative new launch system capable of launching a rocket from anywhere on Earth.
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Supercluster was asked to help explain what sets AirLaunch apart. We created a short film that explains the history and future of AirLaunch, and the impact this technology will have on the rapidly expanding New Space economy.
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Using a mix of hand-drawn cel animation, stop motion, and archival footage, we make the case that 35,000 feet in the air might just be the best place to launch a rocket.
Creative Direction: Supercluster
Writing and Art Direction: Michael Stone and Tim Mele
Illustrations: Michael Stone and Tim Mele
Animation and Edit: Tim Mele and Ian Craine
Music: Arianna Trautmann
Writing and Art Direction: Michael Stone and Tim Mele
Illustrations: Michael Stone and Tim Mele
Animation and Edit: Tim Mele and Ian Craine
Music: Arianna Trautmann