(Karel
Zeman/1961/Czechoslovakia)
A
wonderfully colourful and mesmerising interpretation of the 18th
Century fable of the real not real Baron that utilises an array of
animation techniques mixed with live action to great effect.
Recounting adventures from the moon to fighting the Turkish army and
navy, escapades through the belly of a sea monster to bringing peace
to warring nations this fantastical tale is a joy with a love story
at its core and a message of hope and wonder at its end. The humour
and dry wit of the Baron is well represented but as a foil and
competitor to the Baron, the moon man Tony is a little staid and
stilted in his performance. However dated it may seem it still has
the power to beguile and wile away just over an hour. The score is
magnificent throughout too, adding a depth and tone to the film that
matches the visuals perfectly.
(3.5/5)
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