Manolo

Animation/Knowledge, Belgium 2017

A young woman is hard at work on an animated film, meticulously crafting her characters. She carefully cuts out figures from paper and cardboard, colors each piece, and assembles them into a delightful character named Manolo. This curious and lively cartoon boy comes to life, exploring the world of his creator and starring in a whimsical adventure. It's a magical experience! This short film, blending live action with various animation techniques, offers a captivating glimpse into the creation of animated films, where fiction and cinematic reality seamlessly intertwine. It beautifully showcases the heartwarming friendship between a paper figure and its creator. Please note: the film is available exclusively in the original French language with English subtitles.
12 min
HD
Starting at 6
Audio language:
French
Subtitles:
English

Awards

Animage Festival 2017 (Brazil) Best Short film
Kuandu International Animation Festival 2017 (Taiwan) Jury Special Prize

More information

Director:

Abel Ringot

Writer:

Abel Ringot

Producer:

Abel Ringot

Original title:

Manolo

Original language:

French

Format:

16:9 HD, Color

Age rating:

Starting at 6

Audio language:

French

Subtitles:

English

Further links:

IMDb