My Life As A Zucchini (2016) ****
My Life As A Zucchini (2016) is a beautiful, existential stop motion film about orphans, lovingly realized by director Claude Barras, wonderfully voiced by its young French cast, and featuring a gorgeous score by Sophie Hunger.
Zucchini strikes the perfect tonal balance—neither shying from nor wallowing in its dark subject matter. It has its lighter moments too, but never devolves to sappiness. Most importantly, it reminds adults what it's like to be a child.
It's a film that can appeal to all ages, with a simple story, unique character design, and a short running time. I loved this little gem and I could see myself revisiting it often.
Recommended for fans of Mary And Max (2009) (review), Coraline (2009) (review), and Frankenweenie (2012) (review).
Zucchini strikes the perfect tonal balance—neither shying from nor wallowing in its dark subject matter. It has its lighter moments too, but never devolves to sappiness. Most importantly, it reminds adults what it's like to be a child.
It's a film that can appeal to all ages, with a simple story, unique character design, and a short running time. I loved this little gem and I could see myself revisiting it often.
Recommended for fans of Mary And Max (2009) (review), Coraline (2009) (review), and Frankenweenie (2012) (review).
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