Productions

The Mad King

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In a world ruled by tyranny, one king’s obsession with power unleashes nature’s fury and drives his empire toward destruction.

 

Synopsis
John Frederick, known secretly as the Mad King, rules with brutality, misogyny, and reckless exploitation of nature. As floods and wildfires devastate the realm, he fabricates an enemy to unify his people and justify conquest, igniting a war with the Republic of the Sun.

 

Credits

  • Written, Directed, and Produced by A. Borsu R. Highson

  • Produced by Film Studio Lüneburg GmbH

  • Distributed by Summer Hill Entertainment

 

Distribution / Availability
Available on Amazon North America and Tubi

 

Status
Released

 

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The Mad King – Official Trailer 3

 

Little Peterman®

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A playful ghost and Santa Claus, disguised as a housemaster, join forces to protect a magical gem and save Christmas.

 

Synopsis
In Little Peterman and the Emperor’s Red Beryl, a mischievous but kind spirit guards a rare jewel in a medieval castle. When thieves strike, he teams up with Santa to foil the heist, embarking on an adventure of courage, friendship, and self-discovery.

 

Credits

  • Produced by Borsu Highson Productions

  • In association with Landtag Mecklenburg-Vorpommern and Freiraum FX GmbH

 

Distribution / Availability

Availble

 

Status
Pre-production

 

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Coming soon

Disney Animation: The Illusion of Life - 35mm Restoration

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An essential 1981 television special, restored in 2025, that celebrates Disney’s legacy and the art of hand-drawn animation.

 

Synopsis
Originally aired in 1981, this program hosted by Hayley Mills explores the artistry of Disney animation with insights from legendary animators and clips from classics like Snow White, Fantasia, and The Fox and the Hound. Restored by Borsu Highson Productions to preserve an invaluable piece of film history.

 

Credits

  • Directed by William Reid

  • Written by William Reid, Bob King, Phil May

  • Originally produced by Walt Disney Productions (1981)

  • Restored in 2025 by Borsu Highson Productions (for educational and preservation purposes only)

 

Distribution / Availability
Free educational release (2025)

 

Status
Released (restored version)

 

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Disney Animation: The Illusion of Life (1981) – 4K Restoration

 

Animating Robin Williams:
How Eric Goldberg Achieved a Timeless Masterpiece

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A definitive documentary exploring the creative fusion of Robin Williams’ genius and Eric Goldberg’s animation that brought Disney’s Genie to life.

 

Synopsis
This four-part documentary traces the roots of expressive character animation from the Nine Old Men to Goldberg’s Genie, highlighting Robin Williams’ unmatched improvisations. Through restored pencil tests, rare interviews, and archival footage, it reveals how voice and animation together achieved timeless magic.

 

Credits

  • Produced by Borsu Highson Productions

  • Written, Narrated and Directed by A. Borsu R. Highson

 

Distribution / Availability
Premiered on the borsu.animation YouTube channel (September 2025)

 

Status
Released

 

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Part 1 of 4:

Animating ROBIN WILLIAMS: How ERIC GOLDBERG achieved a Timeless Masterpiece (2025) Final 1 of 4 [4K]

 

Part 2 of 4:

Animating ROBIN WILLIAMS: How ERIC GOLDBERG achieved a Timeless Masterpiece (2025) Final 2 of 4 [4K]

 

Part 3 of 4:

Animating ROBIN WILLIAMS: How ERIC GOLDBERG achieved a Timeless Masterpiece (2025) Final 3 of 4 [4K]

 

Part 4 of 4:

Animating ROBIN WILLIAMS: How ERIC GOLDBERG achieved a Timeless Masterpiece (2025) Final 4 of 4 [4K]

 

Richard Williams and the Making of Roger Rabbit

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A personal and definitive documentary on Richard Williams, the visionary who drew and brought Roger Rabbit to life for Steven Spielberg, Robert Zemeckis, and Disney—forever changing the history of animation.

 

Synopsis

Richard Williams and the Making of Roger Rabbit is both a documentary and a personal journey told through restored footage. It shares a story that not only shaped the life and career of director A. Borsu R. Highson, but also left a profound impact on countless animators from the 1970s through the late 1990s.

It was Richard Williams—his passion, vision, and tireless pursuit of perfection—who elevated Disney animation beyond boundaries once thought impossible, setting the stage for a new golden era before the rise of computers.

In his later years, Williams dedicated himself to teaching, passing on what many considered the “secrets” of animation to a new generation. His influence continues to inspire artists even in today’s digital age, ensuring that the art of hand-drawn animation lives on.

 

Credits

  • Produced by Borsu Highson Productions

  • Written, Narrated and Directed by A. Borsu R. Highson

 

Distribution / Availability
To be released on the @borsu.animation YouTube channel

 

Status
In Production – Coming Soon