Motionographer® Vincent Tsui | Common Side Effects

Common Side Effects is an American animated series created by Joe Bennett and Steve Hely, produced by Benjy Brooke in collaboration with Green Street Pictures. The series blends surreal visuals, corporate satire, and themes of medical ethics, earning critical acclaim for its sharp writing and innovative animation style.A standout feature is its meticulously crafted title sequence, directed and animated by Vincent Tsui, who described the project as the realization of a lifelong dream. The sequence merges bold, dynamic visuals with an eclectic original score by Nicolas Snyder, reflecting the show’s central tension between natural wonder and bureaucratic greed.Tsui’s visuals are tightly woven with Snyder’s inventive music, earning praise for their aesthetic synergy. In addition to the title sequence, Tsui directed three episodes, collaborating closely with the Green Street team to expand the series’ irreverent tone.

While full plot details remain under wraps, Tsui has lauded the creative vision of Bennett, Hely, and Brooke, predicting that the darkly comedic series will secure its place as a modern animated landmark.