Fantastic Planet
Fantastic Planet (1973) is an animated film, directed by René Laloux. It stars Gérard Hernandez and Jean Valmont. The 72-minute film holds an audience score of 7.6/10.
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What Fantastic Planet Is About
René Laloux's 1973 animation follows small humans kept as pets by a giant species. One of them learns to read. Knowledge turns into resistance. The film was made in cut-paper animation; the narrative builds colonialism and slavery as a direct analogy. It won a special prize at Cannes. It was produced in Czechoslovakia. The image and music are deliberately estranging. Who it's for: those who like experimental animation and classic science fiction. Who it's not for: small children; the imagery is eerie and frightening.
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What is Fantastic Planet about?
René Laloux's 1973 animation follows small humans kept as pets by a giant species. One of them learns to read.
Where can I watch Fantastic Planet?
Fantastic Planet is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, Criterion Channel, Cinemax Amazon Channel, HBO Max. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.
How long is Fantastic Planet?
Fantastic Planet runs for 72 minutes (1h 12m).
When did Fantastic Planet come out?
Fantastic Planet was released in 1973.
Who directed Fantastic Planet?
Fantastic Planet was directed by René Laloux.
Who stars in Fantastic Planet?
Fantastic Planet stars Gérard Hernandez, Jean Valmont, Jennifer Drake, Yves Barsacq.
What is Fantastic Planet's rating?
Fantastic Planet holds 7.6/10 on IMDb and 7.6/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 76 out of 100.
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