Minimalistic animated elements reference

http://youtu.be/KcmM7Jh2Y3k

that is the link to Homer Simpsons Mad Men parody. It's basically a minimal homer simpsons over complex backgrounds. so combining minimalistic elements with other more detailed elements will be fine too. The one disadvantage for minimalistic elements is that the audience need to know the subject to really get it. But since we will have a clear indications through the intro and text telling the audience this is Alice in Wonderland, they will know enough to appreciate the silhouettes.