Horst in Translation (filmreviews@web.de)
"Lost and Found" is a British animated short film that runs for 24 minutes and was directed by Philip Hunt. it is his most known work so far and he also adapted the the children's story by Oliver Jeffers. The movie won tons of awards and while I am not sure if that's justified, i guess it was a fairly decent watch. The animation style certainly looks older than 21st century. I must say I did not really like the looks of the boy, but I did like the penguin(s). The animal meets the boy and stays with him and together the two go on a journey to meet the penguin's family. The narrator here is Oscar winner Jim Broadbent. I think this is a good watch for animation film lovers, even if I feel it's probably mostly for very young audiences. If you don't like animation, watch something else instead. Overall, I recommend it. Thumbs up.
dibble70
I only caught this little animated film by accident but was so glad I did. It's a joy to behold. The animation is brilliant and the story is told with great feeling by Jim Broadbent with lots of great advice woven into the story about acceptance of people from different backgrounds and not to judge on first impressions only. Then ending was just beautiful and turned me into an emotional wreck!The background music was beautiful too. This is one not to miss. I would recommend this for children and adults. This is one to watch over and over and should be on every year and is up there with The Snowman and Wallace and Gromit for quality and entertainment.
TheLittleSongbird
I saw Lost and Found as an admirer of Jim Broadbent and as a fan of the source material and animation. And I found it truly magical, that was every bit as good as its source material if not better.The animation was beautiful, it was never overdone but quiet yet atmospheric with crisp backgrounds and bold use of colour. The characters were convincing in design and movement too. The music had a nostalgic feel to it, and was also hypnotic without being obtrusive.Another strong point was the story. It was a simple, but very touchingly told story, with one of the most heartwarming messages I have encountered in a film or short film in a while. The characters were so likable and engaging. Jim Broadbent's narration was soothing and just perfect.In conclusion, a must see. 10/10 Bethany Cox
ronmanager
I stumbled across this on TV this morning. What a touching and beautiful animated story of a boy who finds a penguin on his doorstep one day.Initially an irritation to the boy, he decides it must be lost. So unable to find the owner he realises that the only option is to take the penguin 'home' to the South Pole. So he builds a boat and they set off on the journey... However, through their trials and tribulations of their voyage a relationship is forming. They eventually make it but the boy suddenly realises that they are now friends and meant to be together but is it too late?The animation is excellent and the characters are perfectly represented. Both sad and uplifting, it brought a tear to my eye it did and I came straight here to tell you all!
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