Islet
Synopsis
Combining figurative abstraction with magic realism, this animated short depicts a world in which whales fall out of the sky and fish turn into balloons. It is a black and white evocation of the real world, transformed by the director's special sense of whimsy. With bold lines reminiscent of the stark simplicity of Inuit art, this cautionary tale is a reminder of the interconnectedness of all things. We are all affected by the fate of the Arctic, which each year is disappearing a little farther into the ocean.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nicolas Brault
- Screenplay & Story
- Nicolas Brault
- Original Score
- Guy Pelletier
- Original Title
- Islet
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 7m
- Production Studios
- ONF | NFB
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nicolas Brault
Nicolas Brault
Guy Pelletier
José Heppell
Marcel Jean, Michèle Bélanger, Nicolas Brault
Department Leadership Roster
José Heppell
Editor
Nicolas Brault
Director
Michèle Bélanger
Producer
Nicolas Brault
Producer
Nicolas Brault
Writer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Islet.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Islet
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What is Islet about?
Combining figurative abstraction with magic realism, this animated short depicts a world in which whales fall out of the sky and fish turn into balloons. It is a black and white evocation of the real world, transformed by the director's special sense of whimsy. With bold lines reminiscent of the stark simplicity of Inuit art, this cautionary tale is a reminder of the interconnectedness of all things. We are all affected by the fate of the Arctic, which each year is disappearing a little farther into the ocean.
Who directed Islet?
Islet was directed by Nicolas Brault.
Who stars in Islet?
The principal cast of Islet includes Not specified.
When was Islet released and how long is it?
Islet was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Islet?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Islet was composed by Guy Pelletier.