
Pixar Animator’s Little t Featured in Yahoo News Japan & Hito Cinema for Its Exploration of Everyday Trauma
Featured in Yahoo News Japan and Hito Cinema, Little t by Pixar animator Masha Ellsworth explores the quiet but lasting impact of everyday trauma through powerful visual storytelling.

Behind the Pixels of Little t: Masha Ellsworth Shares Her Creative Process in Utah International Film Festival Interview
The Utah International Film Festival sits down with Masha Ellsworth to explore the inspiration, challenges, and emotional core of her animated short film Little t.

LA Indies Magazine Spotlights Little t — A Short Film About the Voice Inside
Little t, a powerful animated short by Pixar’s Masha Ellsworth, is featured in LA Indies Magazine for its stunning visuals and heartfelt message about facing the inner critic and embracing self-worth.

Masha Ellsworth Shares the Bold Decision to Change Little t's Ending Just Weeks Before Completion
In her interview with We Are Moving Stories, Masha Ellsworth shares how trusting her intuition led her to rewrite the emotional ending of Little t just one month before finishing the film.

“Little t”: A Short Film That Reminds Us to Love Ourselves More
Reviewed by Thomas S. Hong
Little t is a moving animated short that beautifully captures the quiet pain of everyday trauma and the transformative power of self-compassion. In just six minutes, it offers a deeply relatable emotional journey that stays with you long after the final frame.

Animation Magazine Spotlights Little t as a Standout Selection at BIAF2023
Animation Magazine spotlights Little t by Masha Ellsworth among the most notable short films selected for BIAF2023, including works from Disney and Oscar-nominated filmmakers.

Brooklyn Film Festival Spotlights Little t with Instagram Q&A Featuring Masha Ellsworth
The Brooklyn Film Festival spotlights Little t with a Q&A featuring director Masha Ellsworth, who opens up about the film’s message, challenges, and emotional core.

Why Make a short?
What prompted me to make “Little t”

Director’s statement
“Little t“ explores the ways in which little t traumas can shape an individual's perception of themselves, their relationships, and the world around them.