The First Rule is an exploration of aliens, first contact, and the inevitable conflict that arises. Done entirely in stop-motion animation, the models and sets were constructed out of clay and other household objects.

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Cast and Crew

• Writer, Director, Producer: Matthew Dockrey
• Scout, Union Computer: Michelle Hansard
• Admiral Slan: David Bliss
• Commander Brike, Neshtith Pilot 2: Matthew Dockrey
• Bridadier Lam'eta, Neshtith Computer: Audrey M Eschricht
• Neshtith Officer: Sarah Neilson
• Neshtith Pilot 1: Marty Smyth
• Chromakey: David Bliss
• Greebler Elf: Lee Zeman
• Spacecraft Models: Matthew Dockrey
• Alien Models: Michelle Hansard, Audrey M Eschricht
• Interior Sets: Lee Zeman, Michelle Hansard