Tall Time Tales
Tall Time Tales

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Tall Time Tales

1998
Movie
8 min
English

A film about the many faces of time as it flows from the future to the past, through cyclic, biological, curved and paradoxical time.

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IMDb7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes78%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Arthur P. JonesGenres: Animation, Family, Fantasy

Plot Summary

In the whimsical land of Lumina, where dreams take flight, a young orphan named Lily discovers she has the ability to communicate with the mythical Sky Whales. These gentle giants hold the key to restoring the fading magic of Lumina, which is threatened by a shadowy sorcerer. Lily embarks on a perilous journey, guided by a quirky, talking squirrel, to find the legendary Sunstone and save her world before its colors disappear forever.

Critical Reception

Tall Time Tales was met with a generally warm reception, particularly praised for its enchanting animation and heartwarming story. While some critics found the plot a bit predictable, the film was celebrated for its imaginative world-building and positive messages for younger audiences. It became a modest hit, resonating with families who appreciated its gentle tone and visual splendor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its stunning and imaginative animation.

  • Appreciated for its heartwarming and positive story suitable for children.

  • Noted for a somewhat predictable narrative arc.

Google audience: Audiences loved the film's beautiful visuals and the charming characters, finding it a delightful and magical experience for the whole family. Many appreciated the film's emphasis on friendship and courage.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Annie Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive, iridescent scales of the Sky Whales were inspired by the mother-of-pearl found inside common seashells.

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