Comment: References 3 and 4 (which look like the same thing to me) are just an item in a listing, so not in-depth, and 2 is an interview with the director, therefore not independent. Only the first reference might contribute to notability, and even that says "Source: Digitoons", so probably has issues with independence too. JustARandomSquid (talk) 10:52, 10 March 2026 (UTC)
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| Directed by | Serhan Yorganci |
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Running time | 93 minutes |
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| Language | Turkish / English |
Square Heads is a 2025 independent animated film written and directed by Serhan Yorganci. The film uses 3D computer graphics and was released digitally in 2025.[1]
Plot
The story follows Brave and his friends, Four Eyes and Freckle, who accidentally generate a large amount of online charges after a series of careless clicks. The situation causes serious problems for Brave's family, and in an attempt to fix the mistake he brings home an old watch as a gift.
When the mysterious watch suddenly activates, the three children are transported into a strange world where they are forced to work under the supervision of a strict figure named Ruhi. As they struggle to understand the rules of this unfamiliar place, the children attempt to find their way back home while confronting the consequences of their actions and learning the value of responsibility.
Production
Square Heads was developed as an independently produced animated feature by filmmaker Serhan Yorganci. Motionographer described the film as a project made largely outside a traditional studio structure, with Yorganci working across writing, animation, lighting and editing.[2]
80 Level reported that the film began during the pandemic, after earlier attempts to move projects forward through more traditional production routes had stalled. The article also discussed the production workflow and the use of tools including Blender, ZBrush, Substance 3D Painter and Unreal Engine.[3]
Animation Magazine published an interview with Yorganci about the film's independent production background and the process of making the feature outside a traditional studio system.[4]
Release
Square Heads was released digitally on July 8, 2025.[5]
The film later became available on digital platforms including Apple TV, YouTube Movies, Roku and Plex.[1][4] Animation for Adults reported that the film was also licensed to platforms including Xumo and Midwest Tape, which distributes films through public libraries in the United States.[1]
The film was included in the online screening program associated with the Ischia Global Film & Music Festival through the MYmovies platform.[6][7] Animation for Adults also reported that the film screened at Cartoons on the Bay.[1]
Animation World Network also reported on the film's digital release.[5]
Reception
Coverage of Square Heads focused primarily on the film's independent production process and small-scale digital animation workflow. Motionographer profiled the making of the film as a feature-length animated project produced largely outside a traditional studio pipeline, discussing Yorganci's work across writing, animation, lighting and editing.[2]
80 Level covered the film from a production and digital art perspective, focusing on the 3D animation workflow and the use of tools including Blender, ZBrush, Substance 3D Painter and Unreal Engine.[3]
Animation for Adults reported on the film's digital release, festival screenings and availability through several distribution channels, including streaming platforms and library distribution.[1]
Animation Magazine covered the film through an interview with Yorganci about the production of the feature.[4]
See also
References
- Perkins, Chris (February 2, 2026). "One-Man Animated Feature 'Squareheads' Now Available On Apple TV". Animation for Adults. Retrieved June 1, 2026.
- El Asmar, Carlos (June 1, 2026). "Stop Waiting for Permission: How Serhan Yorganci Made Square Heads Alone". Motionographer. Retrieved June 1, 2026.
- Levine, Gloria (April 8, 2026). "Square Heads: Creating One-Person Animated Feature Film in 3D". 80 Level. Retrieved June 1, 2026.
- "Square Heads Director Serhan Yorganci Relates the Journey of His Self-Made Animated Feature". Animation Magazine. March 2026. Retrieved June 1, 2026.
- "Square Heads Solo-Animated Feature Now Streaming on Apple TV". Animation World Network. January 30, 2026.
- "2025 Screenings – MYmovies". Ischia Global Film & Music Festival. Retrieved March 9, 2026.
- "2025 Screenings – MYmovies (Archived)". Internet Archive. Retrieved March 9, 2026.
External links
Category:2025 animated films Category:2025 films Category:Turkish animated films Category:Computer-animated films