Princes and Princesses (Princes et princesses) (2000)
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88% of users liked it
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In this episodic animated fantasy from France, an art teacher interprets a series of six fairy tales (each involving a prince or princess) with the help of two precocious students. Princes et Princesses was created using a special style of cutout animation, with black silhouetted characters… More In this episodic animated fantasy from France, an art teacher interprets a series of six fairy tales (each involving a prince or princess) with the help of two precocious students. Princes et Princesses was created using a special style of cutout animation, with black silhouetted characters performing the action against backlit backdrops in striking colors. Produced in 1989, Princes et Princesses was first released in Europe in 2000 and received its first screening in North America at the 2000 Toronto Film Festival. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
- Rating, Runtime
- Unrated, 1 hr. 14 min.
- Directed By
- Michel Ocelot
- Genres
- Drama, Animation, Kids & Family, Art House & International, Science Fiction & Fantasy
- In Theaters
- Jan 26, 2000 Wide
- On DVD
- Jul 29, 2008
- Studio
- Remstar
Critic Reviews
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Jeffrey M. Anderson, Combustible Celluloid
An absolutely delicious feature from animator Michel Ocelot.
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Phil Hall, Film Threat
Disappointing animated feature.
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Moira MacDonald, Seattle Times
A wonderfully imaginative collection of slightly fractured fairy tales.
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Jon Popick, Planet Sick-Boy
Packed full of Ocelot's distinctive animation and thought-provoking morals, which will thrill viewers of all ages.
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