The Beautiful World

Concept

This title sequence is for “The Beautiful World,” a novel about Kino, a traveler who explores different countries on her talking motorcycle, Hermes. She observes unique customs, values, and ways of life in each place, staying for only three days before moving on.

Through illustration, the sequence captures the essence of Kino’s journey and reflects the novel’s central theme: "The world is not beautiful. Therefore, it is."

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