Sony Releases A Heartwarming Animated Short Film That Will Brighten Your Day

Hair Love, an animated short film from written by Matthew A. Cherry, a former NFL wide receiver, tells a touching story about a father learning to do his daughter’s hair for the first time.

This summer, he told the media: “I wanted to see a young black family in the animated world.” So, he decided to create the animation himself.

The internet is full of heartwarming videos of dads styling their daughter’s hair as it’s an emotionally bonding experience for both parties. Sony Pictures just released an adorable and emotional six-minute animated short, written by former NFL player Matthew A. Cherry, which talks just about that. The film named ‘Hair Love’ tells the sweet story of an African-American dad learning to style his daughter’s hair for the first time.

the short video received a million views 9 hours after launching.

#HairLove, an animated short film from @MatthewACherry, tells a touching story about a father learning to do his daughter’s hair for the first time. pic.twitter.com/g18uHroJwK
— Sony Pictures Animation (@SonyAnimation) December 5, 2019

Hair Love will put a smile on your face today.https://t.co/WnRcvGoFG9
— Twitter Moments (@TwitterMoments) December 5, 2019

Thank you for loving #HairLove. pic.twitter.com/IqSiZaQwVT
— Sony Pictures Animation (@SonyAnimation) December 5, 2019

Man, I think about #HairLove and remember how it all came about. It's beautiful seeing a creative idea grow into something real and thrive. It just takes a little bit of work, and a whole lot of love. @MatthewACherry @BruceAlmighteee @Mr_Scribbles @VashtiHarrison @SonyAnimation
— Peter Ramsey (@pramsey342) December 5, 2019