I wanted to lighten things up a bit for my seventh Foreign Film Friday so I’m picking a kids movie “Kirikou and the Sorceress’ This is a French cartoon- so beautifully drawn it takes your breath away. It’s about a baby boy Kirikou who lives in a traditional African village- this means the kids are running around naked and the woman wear sarongs but no tops- this is in no way sexual, but simply how they live. Kirikou manages to outsmart the evil Sorceress who has been tormenting his village and saves them from her rule. You can get the French version- but it was done in English with lovely accents. It is a very fun movie that was shown at my local indie theater during their Children’s International Film Festival, I fell in love with it instantly! I will be reviewing at least two more of films directed by Michel Ocelot so if you enjoy Kirikou keep an eye out for more of his work. I couldn’t find a trailer but here is a clip.
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Alica McKenna Johnson writes about snarky girls, kind boys, and the adults trying to keep them alive. After day dreaming for the first thirty years of life, Alica finally began writing her stories down, much to the delight of her readers. As Alica sits in her armchair at home dreaming of traveling the world, her diverse characters explore for her listening to music, seeing the sights, and eating exotic foods.
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Definitely one that my daughter will like. Thanks for the suggestion, Alica. You always come up with the most unusual movies!
Patti
I hope she enjoys it- it’s a funny cute movie.
Alica
Lovely, especially beautiful is the segment where Karaba is passing through the forest, and the flowers and trees wither and die. Amazing animation. Thanks for sharing.
You’re welcome- they make beautiful movies. The story is a lot of fun too.
Such an adorable film – I love the premise. Thanks for sharing, Alica!
It really is sweet- and it’s funny too.
Wow, it seems great, I want to watch this cartoon, I always love cartoon. Thanks for sharing!
I love cartoons! Some of the artisty in them is just amazing.
This was my favourite movie when I was young! It was a tradition the the children in elementary would go and see this movie in our school? I believe we have it on video around here…
It’s such a lovely movie I don’t own it, but I need to. Thank you for commenting and checking out my blog!