Kensuke’s Kingdom (Between Feierdeeg Screenings)

Kensuke’s Kingdom

UK-Luxembourg 2023 | Neil Boyle, Kirk Hendry | original English version stFR | 85’ | digital | D’après le roman de Michael Morpurgo | 6 > Festival d’Annecy 2024

Recommanded for ages 9 and up.

Young Michael, shipwrecked on a remote island, must adapt to life alone. Over time, he feels another presence, learning that this world is home to both unimaginable danger and beauty.

« The unlikely friendship between Michael and Kensuke is the heart of a film that touches lightly on environmental themes, loss and history. » (The Irish Times)

« Kensuke's Kingdom serves up a traditional hand-drawn animated spin on Robinson Crusoe shot through with stylistic nods to the best of Studio Ghibli. » (Scotsman)