EM's close friend and featured illustrator, Carson Mell just revealed to us the launch of his animated short, "Chonto."  A man of many talents; he's written, animated and directed this intriguing sequel to the Bobby Bird chronicles.  The jaded rock idol copes with a fading career by descending into a sordid South American black market to buy a monkey for companionship. The misadventures of the ill-matched couple ensues.  Carson's impressive short became an official selection of the 2008 Sundance Film Festival. *** To check out the film in HD quality, visit:  http://www.youtube.com/ytscreeningroom.  You can purchase the hi-quality download of the flick on:  http://downloads.wholphindvd.com/ To see more of Carson's upcoming projects and films, visit:  http://www.carsonmell.com/