Joseph Pierce has a knack for not only coming up with powerful stories, but also making them ever more indelible through his grotesque animation. In his latest release, “A Family Portrait”, a photo shoot turns to chaos when the bottled up emotions of a dysfunctional family are released.

If you like what you see here, and aren’t offended by adult content, be sure to check out Pierces’ previous short “Stand Up” (2008).