In contemporary CGI animation, there is a growing trend toward "silent" storytelling, where complex emotional themes like generational trauma, sacrifice, and redemption are communicated entirely without dialogue. Whenorcing the viewer to interpret subtle character micro-expressions? From a storytelling perspective, what are the technical limitations of using visual metaphors (like a physical scar or a specific color palette) to explain a character’s backstory compared to traditional exposition? I’d love to hear some professional takes on which animation techniques most effectively trigger an empathetic response in short-form media