A Ballad of Blood and Bones

A Ballad of Blood and Bones

Skeletons, Goblins, Knights, and the second coming of Jesus Christ

2024 · 11 min · ★ 10.0 · Comedy, Fantasy, Animation

In a huge fantasy world, two goblins miss the biggest events of their lifetime; the second coming of Jesus Christ, the big football match and the thousand year war. Despite the fact it’s taking place right outside the window of their grimy apartment.

Directed by Oliver Nottingham · Written by Oliver Nottingham

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