A Hilarious Wild West Adventure with a Quizzical Twist

About the Film

The Good, The Bad, and The Dodo is a comedic short film created as the opening feature for the 2021 BBQ Quiz, held in celebration of my 30th birthday. Set in a Wild West-themed world, this mini-epic follows the story of Sheriff Shane as he returns to the town of Filby to uncover a dastardly crime: the coveted BBQ Quiz Trophy has been stolen by the notorious villain, “The Dodo.” Determined to restore order, Sheriff Shane assembles a team of brave quizzers to take on The Dodo and reclaim the prized trophy.

This film blends humour, puns, and playful Western tropes, offering a light-hearted and unforgettable cinematic experience.

THE MOVIE

Behind the Scenes

The Good, The Bad, and The Dodo was an ambitious project brought to life through innovative filmmaking techniques:

Filmed on Greenscreen: Most of the scenes were shot in front of a greenscreen, with actors performing against an imagined backdrop.
Rotoscoping in the Indoor Arena: Certain scenes were meticulously rotoscoped to integrate live-action footage with digital environments.
Western Town Assets in Unreal Engine: The vibrant and dynamic Wild West setting was built using Unreal Engine, showcasing a beautifully designed model of a Western desert town created by KK Design.
Visual Effects by Shane McAndrew: From assembling the digital environments to crafting seamless transitions, the visual effects elevated the film’s immersive quality.

Why It’s Special

The Good, The Bad, and The Dodo is more than just a short film—it’s a celebration of creativity, collaboration, and humour. Created for the final BBQ Quiz, it marked the culmination of a beloved tradition that ran from 2016 to 2019, and again in 2021. The film’s playful storytelling, packed with jokes and puns, brought laughter and joy to everyone who attended the event.

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FILM CREDITS

Directed, Written and Edited by
SHANE MCANDREW

Starring
SHANE MCANDREW
ANDREW MACKINTOSH
SARAH WEBSTER
JESSIE CORNISH
LISA HUMBLES
HENRI LAXON
RUTH NICHOLS
EDDIE NICHOLS
TREVOR MACKINTOSH
BETTY MACKINTOSH
DAVID HOLT
ROMAN HOLT
ARCHIE CUSACK-CLARKE
IMOGEN CUSACK-CLARKE
and
DOREEN SHORTEN as THE DODO

Western Desert Town Model Designed by
KK Design

Visual Effects by
SHANE MCANDREW

Special Thanks
UNREAL ENGINE
EPIDEMIC SOUND