How (not) To Write A Mentor

From Toon. Zuko without Iroh. Luke without Yoda. Po without Oogway. The best mentors in animation don’t just train heroes, they reshape them. Here’s how to write a mentor that sticks with the audience long after the story ends. 💼Inquiries: toons@bellum.studio

The Twist Villain Dilemma

From Toon. Twist villains used to blow our minds. Now they just feel lazy. Here’s how we got here, and how to fix it. 💼Inquiries: toons@bellum.studio

The Villain Who Thought He Was the Hero

From Toon. Drago Bludvist thought he was saving the world. In reality, he became its greatest threat. This breakdown shows how How to Train Your Dragon 2 turned grief and control into one of animation’s most terrifying villains. 💼Inquiries: toons@bellum.studio

How To Write A Speedster Villain

From Toon. Speedsters are insanely powerful, but most stories mess them up. This breakdown shows how to write a speedster who actually makes sense without ruining your plot. 💼Inquiries: toons@bellum.studio

How To Justify Evil – Frollo vs Jafar

From Toon. Frollo thinks he’s doing God’s work. Jafar thinks he deserves everything. This video breaks down how both villains justify evil with chilling conviction, and why that makes them so unforgettable. 💼Inquiries: toons@bellum.studio

Why Stinky Pete Was A Perfect Twist Villain

From Toon. Stinky Pete isn’t just a great twist villain, he’s one of Pixar’s smartest. This breakdown shows how Toy Story 2 hid him in plain sight, built real emotional stakes, and pulled off a reveal that actually makes sense. 💼Inquiries: toons@bellum.studio

How To End A Villain With Impact

From Toon. Not all villain deaths hit the same. Some are tragic, some are poetic, and some are just deeply satisfying. In this breakdown, we explore 7 ways to kill off a villain with real impact 💼Inquiries: toons@bellum.studio

Why Lotso Was A Perfect Twist Villain

From Toon. Lotso isn’t just a twist villain. He’s the twist villain. This soft-spoken strawberry bear hides one of Pixar’s darkest turns, and it actually works. In this breakdown, we dive into how Toy Story 3 created a manipulative, believable villain with real psychological weight. 💼Inquiries: toons@bellum.studio