It tells the story of a lark family living in the field, before the farmer decides to tinker with the crop. Other animals in the area have already changed and Father Lark knows that while the farmer does not do the work himself, without asking for help from neighbors or relatives, he and his family still have time to stay on the land without fear.
Chûzô Aochi
Japan
Is it worth your time? If you have ten minutes and a soft spot for stop-motion that looks like it was pulled from a time capsule, sure. You’ll probably love the tactile, handmade feel if you’re a fan of old animation. If you need explosions or high-stakes drama, you’re going to be bored out of your mind within sixty se...
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Yasuji Murata
Ralph Ince
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"Is it worth your time? If you have ten minutes and a soft spot for stop-motion that looks like it was pulled from a time capsule, sure. You’ll probably love the tactile, handmade feel if you’re a fan of old animation. If you need explosions or high-stakes drama, you’re going to be bored out of your mind within sixty seconds. This is for the folks who like their movies small and slow. It’s honestly refreshing to see something so low-key. Most modern stuff is screaming at you, but this just sits ..."
