Betty Buckley, the Tony Award-winning icon, has once again demonstrated her versatility in the entertainment industry. From her roots in the horror film genre to her latest venture into animation, Buckley’s career trajectory is nothing short of remarkable.
Buckley began her film career with the thriller “Carrie”. Her newest horror movie, “Imaginary”, debuts this week. However, it’s her venture into animation that has caught the industry’s attention.
Buckley has created, wrote, and narrated “The Mayfly”, an animated short film that will have its world debut at the prestigious American Documentary and Animation Film Festival in Palm Springs, California, on March 24, 2024. The film tells the story of Megalyn Mayfly, who goes against all expectations and dedicates her short life to music and dance.
“The Mayfly” is a testament to Buckley’s creative prowess. Inspired by a real event witnessed by Buckley at a Judy Collins concert at the Café Carlyle in New York City, “The Mayfly” is a love letter to music and New York City. Buckley said, “What I observed was so lovely —a mayfly, dancing as if part of the show itself. I felt the mayfly’s dance was intentional. And from this experience, the story of Megalyn emerged.”
The film is directed by four-time Emmy-nominee Sue Perrotto and features music composed by Grammy-nominated Christian Jacob. With a creative team that includes character designer Eugene Salandra, production designer Meryl Rosner, and storyboard artist Viki Anderson, “The Mayfly” is set to make waves in the animation industry.
In conclusion, Betty Buckley continues to push boundaries and redefine her career. From her horror film roots to her latest venture into animation, Buckley proves that she is indeed unstoppable.
