3/5
In the remote taiga of northern Mongolia live the Dukha, one of the last groups of nomadic reindeer herders in the world. Tuvshuu is…
- Animation, Documentary
- United States
- 2021
- 8 min
Throughout the 13 minute film, which has a potent melancholic tone, the teenage protagonist and his adolescent trauma are steadily unraveled – teasing some form of childhood abuse. The nature of the abuse is tastefully concealed, leaving the narrative open for viewer correlation. The antagonist is depicted as a heinous monster that takes the child prisoner – a crafty act of symbolism to highlight the everlasting effect of victimisation.
The craftsmanship itself is skillfully hand-drawn in black and White – which aids the haunting tone of the narrative. Accompanying the visuals is a sinister musical soundtrack – also composed by Benjamin Pacheco. In spite of the film’s harrowing plot, the narrative climax gives a sense of hope and healing. A poignant watch that shouldn’t be overlooked. Highly recommended.
Throughout the 13 minute film, which has a potent melancholic tone, the teenage protagonist and his adolescent trauma are steadily unraveled – teasing some form of childhood abuse. The nature of the abuse is tastefully concealed, leaving the narrative open for viewer correlation. The antagonist is depicted as a heinous monster that takes the child prisoner – a crafty act of symbolism to highlight the everlasting effect of victimisation.
The craftsmanship itself is skillfully hand-drawn in black and White – which aids the haunting tone of the narrative. Accompanying the visuals is a sinister musical soundtrack – also composed by Benjamin Pacheco. In spite of the film’s harrowing plot, the narrative climax gives a sense of hope and healing. A poignant watch that shouldn’t be overlooked. Highly recommended.
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