Animated feature, based on Michel Kichka’s autobiographical graphic novel, explores the legacy of genocide from a sideways angle
Adapted from Second Generation, an autobiographical graphic novel (perhaps the genre should be termed “autobiographic novel”?) by Michel Kichka, this animated feature explores the legacy of the Holocaust from a somewhat sideways angle. Kichka’s father Henri was a survivor of Auschwitz, but when the story starts in the late 1950s-early 1960s, Henri is a tamped-down, closed-off character who keeps the office, like his memories, locked up and unshared with his five children. In a pastel-coloured Belgian town, Michel is first met as an adolescent, voiced by Ilan Galkoff although narration by the older Michel (David Baddiel) comments on the action throughout. Barely aware of what happened during the war except that it was something bad dad doesn’t talk about, Michel and younger brother Charley (Skye Bennett) go to synagogue...
Adapted from Second Generation, an autobiographical graphic novel (perhaps the genre should be termed “autobiographic novel”?) by Michel Kichka, this animated feature explores the legacy of the Holocaust from a somewhat sideways angle. Kichka’s father Henri was a survivor of Auschwitz, but when the story starts in the late 1950s-early 1960s, Henri is a tamped-down, closed-off character who keeps the office, like his memories, locked up and unshared with his five children. In a pastel-coloured Belgian town, Michel is first met as an adolescent, voiced by Ilan Galkoff although narration by the older Michel (David Baddiel) comments on the action throughout. Barely aware of what happened during the war except that it was something bad dad doesn’t talk about, Michel and younger brother Charley (Skye Bennett) go to synagogue...
- 11/22/2023
- by Leslie Felperin
- The Guardian - Film News
"Anne did not write this diary so you could worship her." Le Pacte has debuted the first official trailer for Where Is Anne Frank, the latest animated film from acclaimed Israeli director Ari Folman, of the films Waltz with Bashir and The Congress previously. This was a last minute addition to the 2021 Cannes Film Festival currently underway, premiering in the "Out of Competition" section. The film takes us back to the diaries of Holocaust survivor Anne Frank, but re-imagines her in modern day Europe. "In a year from today, Kitty, Anne Frank's imaginary friend, the one that Anne devoted her entire diary to, magically comes to life at the Anne Frank house in Amsterdam. She believes that if she's alive, Anne must be alive as well. She sets out on a relentless quest to find Anne." Featuring the voices of Emily Carey as Anne Frank, Ruby Stokes as Kitty, plus Sebastian Croft and Skye Bennett.
- 7/8/2021
- by Alex Billington
- firstshowing.net
Where is Anne Frank?
A project seven years in-the-making, Israel’s Ari Folman should finally return with his high-profile animated feature Where is Anne Frank?, which will be the first we’ve seen of Folman since his underrated anime live-action hybrid The Congress in 2013. A co-production between Belgium-Netherlands-Israel-Luxembourg, with Diana Elbaum and Jani Thiltges as producers amongst a host of co-producers, the project is photographed by Tristan Oliver, who served as cinematographer on Wes Anderson’s The Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) and Isle of Dogs (2018). Folman also voiced his characters in English, with Emily Carey, Ruby Stokes, Skye Bennett, and Sebastian Croft amongst the voice cast.…...
A project seven years in-the-making, Israel’s Ari Folman should finally return with his high-profile animated feature Where is Anne Frank?, which will be the first we’ve seen of Folman since his underrated anime live-action hybrid The Congress in 2013. A co-production between Belgium-Netherlands-Israel-Luxembourg, with Diana Elbaum and Jani Thiltges as producers amongst a host of co-producers, the project is photographed by Tristan Oliver, who served as cinematographer on Wes Anderson’s The Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009) and Isle of Dogs (2018). Folman also voiced his characters in English, with Emily Carey, Ruby Stokes, Skye Bennett, and Sebastian Croft amongst the voice cast.…...
- 1/2/2020
- by Nicholas Bell
- IONCINEMA.com
Chicago – Ken Follett’s “The Pillars of the Earth” is in the great tradition of old-fashioned adventure serials. The line between good and evil is clearly drawn and there is little doubt which side of the line each character belongs. This story is a battle between heart and hierarchy, nobility and debauchery, light and darkness. It’s fraught with clichés, melodramatic in the extreme, and entertaining as hell.
Follett’s best-selling 1989 novel must’ve been daunting material for this German/Canadian co-production to tackle. Taking the form of an eight-part miniseries, the film runs over seven hours without commercials, yet still manages to feel somewhat rushed, particularly in its initial episodes, as dozens of characters and story threads are breathlessly set up. Yet once the series settles on its primary subject: the construction of a cathedral in Kingsbridge, England, during the 12th century, “Pillars” becomes an engrossing portrait of how...
Follett’s best-selling 1989 novel must’ve been daunting material for this German/Canadian co-production to tackle. Taking the form of an eight-part miniseries, the film runs over seven hours without commercials, yet still manages to feel somewhat rushed, particularly in its initial episodes, as dozens of characters and story threads are breathlessly set up. Yet once the series settles on its primary subject: the construction of a cathedral in Kingsbridge, England, during the 12th century, “Pillars” becomes an engrossing portrait of how...
- 12/7/2010
- by adam@hollywoodchicago.com (Adam Fendelman)
- HollywoodChicago.com
<p><a href="http://www.justpressplay.net/movie-reviews/931-tv-reviews/7181-the-pillars-of-the-earth.html"> <img src="http://www.justpressplay.net//images/stories/jreviews/7181_PillarsOfTheEarthBLU_1291262292.jpg" border="0" alt="" height="100" /> </a></p><p>In recent years, the high-quality television mini-series has become rare. HBO’s 2008 <em>John Adams</em> was an exception with A-list actors and the kind of production reserved for feature films, but there hasn’t been a successful television mini-series on the major networks like ABC, NBC, and CBS in the past few years. <em>The Pillars of the Earth</em> makes the case for the return of the epic mini-series with top-notch acting, a fantastic story, and the production talents of Ridley and Tony Scott.</p> <p>At the start of <em>The Pillars of the Earth</em>, the sole heir to the throne of England has been killed. His ship was burned, and supposedly no one escaped. Stephen (Tony Curran) and Maud (Alison Pill) emerge as the two competitors for the throne after the king is poisoned. Stephen, with the backing of the church, takes the throne, but Maud is not going down without a fight.
- 12/2/2010
- by Rachel Kolb
- JustPressPlay.net
A father, concerned for his autistic daughter’s health, sees her immediate removal from the hospital as her only option. An elevator break-down prevents a smooth exit and renders them trapped with others. This is only the beginning of their descent into hell. When the doors finally open, the hospital appears mysteriously deserted. As mutilated bodies are found, creatures from a dark world start a frightening attack. It soon becomes clear that the survival of the group may rest solely on the little girl.
The one thing that needs to be known before watching Dark Floors is that this film is primarily a showcase for the Finnish metal band Lordi. Those unfamiliar with the band should consider them like Rob Zombie meets Gwar. The international subtitle for the film is even “The Lordi Motion Picture”. The band, along with the leader Mr. Lordi, came up with the idea for the film,...
The one thing that needs to be known before watching Dark Floors is that this film is primarily a showcase for the Finnish metal band Lordi. Those unfamiliar with the band should consider them like Rob Zombie meets Gwar. The international subtitle for the film is even “The Lordi Motion Picture”. The band, along with the leader Mr. Lordi, came up with the idea for the film,...
- 10/29/2009
- by Matt Raub
- The Flickcast
Hitting DVD today is Against the Dark , the horror-actioner that pits the mighty Steven Seagal against vampires in a post-apocalyptic scenario. If you're unsure whether it's a "buy" or a "rent" feast on the four clips we're currently hosting in our database . You'll find the trailer, synopsis and cover art there as well. Directed by Richard Crudo, the film co-stars Tanoai Reed, Emma Catherwood, Jenna Harrison and Skye Bennett.
- 2/10/2009
- shocktillyoudrop.com
He's not falling head over heels for a golden-eyed, handsome bloodsucker in the environs of Forks, Washington. No sir, Steven Seagal doesn't have time for Twilight -inspired love affairs. He's got his adept hands tied kicking vampire ass in the upcoming Against the Dark . Sony Pictures Home Entertainment will release the action horror film, formerly known as Last Night , on DVD February 10th. Cinematographer Richard Crudo ( American Pie ) makes his directorial debut with Against which also stars Tanoai Reed (best known as The Rock's stunt double) and Skye Bennett ( Dark Floors ). Open wide, here comes the official synopsis: Katana master Tao (Steven Seagal) leads a special ops squad of ex-military vigilantes on a massacre mission, their target: vampires. On the...
- 12/10/2008
- shocktillyoudrop.com
Synopsis
A father, concerned for his autistic daughter’s health, sees her immediate removal from the hospital as her only option. An elevator break-down prevents a smooth exit and renders them trapped with others. This is only the beginning of their descent into hell. When the doors finally open, the hospital appears mysteriously deserted. As mutilated bodies are found, creatures from a dark world start a frightening attack. It soon becomes clear that the survival of the group may rest solely on the little girl.
Lowdown
The one thing that needs to be known before watching Dark Floors is that this film is primarily a showcase for the Finnish metal band Lordi. Those unfamiliar with the band should consider them like Rob Zombie meets Gwar. The international subtitle for the film is even "The Lordi Motion Picture". The band, along with the leader Mr. Lordi, came up with the idea for the film,...
A father, concerned for his autistic daughter’s health, sees her immediate removal from the hospital as her only option. An elevator break-down prevents a smooth exit and renders them trapped with others. This is only the beginning of their descent into hell. When the doors finally open, the hospital appears mysteriously deserted. As mutilated bodies are found, creatures from a dark world start a frightening attack. It soon becomes clear that the survival of the group may rest solely on the little girl.
Lowdown
The one thing that needs to be known before watching Dark Floors is that this film is primarily a showcase for the Finnish metal band Lordi. Those unfamiliar with the band should consider them like Rob Zombie meets Gwar. The international subtitle for the film is even "The Lordi Motion Picture". The band, along with the leader Mr. Lordi, came up with the idea for the film,...
- 10/24/2008
- by Matt Raub
- Comicmix.com
Bloody Disgusting brings our attention to a long trailer for the remake of Larry Cohen’s 1974 film It’S Alive, which stars Bijou Phillips, James Murray, Skye Bennett, Raphaël Coleman and Arkie Reece. The original film revolves around the birth of a murderous baby who wreaks havoc on an unsuspecting family. The remake is directed by Josef Rusnak, who wrote and directed The Thirteenth Floor. “It’s Alive” is due in theaters this Fall.
- 8/22/2008
- UGO Movies
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