"The WARNED"

Kiya, a trained marksman, journeys into the desert in search of her missing uncle and hunting party. Following their trail, she discovers a cursed oasis where her survival skills are put to the ultimate test.

Directed by Jackie Albano
Storyboards by Chris Nance and Jackie Albano
Voice over by Chik Agwuna
Titles by Angelica Baini
Music - Horror Cello · Soundridemusic ℗ Volodymyr Golovach

Wanting to direct a project that set itself apart from her normal work as a board artist in adult comedies, Jackie enlisted the help of fellow board artist/ director Chris Nance. Together they developed 'The Warned', a horror, scifi western riddled with monsters and suspense! 

​An animatic this involved took a lot of planning. Below are a few of Jackie's prethumbs drawn in the initial stages of development:

Character Designs for Kiya, the warner, and their steeds.