Why the Unicorns Died Out

French studio Mikros Image delivered the VFX for Canal+’s viral commercial hit “Unicorns”.
Two white unicorns standing in a grassy area during twilight.

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The idea used in the film for the extinction of the unicorns is very funny and original. Darren Aronofsky’s film "Noah" could also have learned something from the look and the idea.

Director Matthijs Van Heijningen is no stranger: he also directed "The Bear" for Canal+.

In 2012, Mikros Image was nominated with its short film "Rising" at the animago AWARD in the "Best Short Film" category.

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