Bug's-eye View.

The article presents information on the making of the animated short movie "The Mantis Parable," by Josh Staub, a filmmaker. Staub's film has earned numerous film-festival awards and has also qualified to the Oscar's list. Staub spent nearly two years creating the story, visuals, animation, sound effects, and musical score for the film himself. Working two nights a week on the film in his home studio above his garage, Staub refined his concept for the film and then began the creative process. Staub says he also learned valuable lessons from fellow filmmakers. He says he intended for the film to appeal to every age group,