Mary Anning
Institut français du Royaume-Uni, Queensberry Place 17;13-15, Brompton
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About
An animated film about Mary Anning, who in 1811 spends her days searching for fossils. When her father suddenly disappears, he leaves behind a mysterious drawing and a struggling family. She discovers more than just fossils: friendships, adventures, and the very start of paleontology. The film was directed by Marcel Barelli and features the voices of Camille d'Hainaut, Alexia Depicker and Johanne Pastor.
Written by a model, sources: institut-francais.org.uk
Critics
7.5Very good
Critics praise the appealing 2D animation and the director's playful humor in a child-friendly family film. They note his usual sharper, wilder edge is softened and that commercial appeal may be limited.
Reviews: The Film Verdict, Cineuropa, TMDb
Trailer
Venue
Institut français du Royaume-Uni is in London’s Brompton.
Queensberry Place 17;13-15
Institut français du Royaume-Uni 7 more events- Director
- Marcel Barelli
- Year
- 2025
- Runtime
- 72 min
