Linda McCarthy
Directing
Biography
Linda McCarthy, made short films adapted from the cartoon strip Small Birds Singing by Steven Appleby. An experienced potter, and a marionette enthusiast, naturally drawn towards stop-motion animation. She enjoys all aspects of the process from the puppet and set making to the filming and post-production.
Known For
It is Easter at Small Birds Singing and the Unbelievable family are looking forward to their traditional Grand Egg Hunt. Every year Spandisman, Delphinium and Consommé hope to bag an easter egg or two, but this year it all ends in tragedy…
The Grand Easter Egg Hunt
Mother sits and drinks on the deck of her shack. Her son has gone and he ain't coming back. Mother did you kill your son?
Mother’s Song
Another Christmas at Small Birds Singing and another disappointment for Spandisman. Join the fun with the Unbelievable family, Consommé, Delphinium and Hurtle as Spandisman attempts to make next Christmas the best one ever!
Bob Bobbin and the Christmas Stocking
Small Birds Singing is besieged by plastic bottles. Where have they come from? Who is to blame? As Consommé and Delphinium play croquet, Spandisman investigates…
Hinterland
Every day is Monday at the home of the Unbelievable family. Tiny elephants, arguing apples and a body in the hedge… just an ordinary day at Small Birds Singing.
Small Birds Singing
Join the Unbelievable family — Spandisman, Consommé and Delphinium — for this darkly festive look at Christmas.