Madame Tutli-Putli
Madame Tutli-Putli

Madame Tutli-Putli

2007Movie17 minNo Language

Madame Tutli-Putli boards the Night Train, weighed down with all her earthly possessions and the ghosts of her past. She travels alone, facing both the kindness and menace of strangers. As day descends into dark, she finds herself caught up in a desperate metaphysical adventure.

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IMDb7.0/10
Director: Chris Lavis and Maciek SzczerbowskiGenres: Animation, Short, Horror, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A mysterious, shape-shifting woman named Madame Tutli-Putli travels on a night train with a heavy suitcase. As the journey progresses, the suitcase appears to contain something unsettling, and she must confront strange, shadowy figures that seem to want what she carries. The film uses stop-motion animation to create a surreal and suspenseful atmosphere.

Critical Reception

Madame Tutli-Putli was widely acclaimed by critics for its stunning visual artistry and unsettling, dreamlike narrative. It was praised for its unique animation style and its ability to evoke a sense of dread and wonder in a very short runtime. The film garnered significant attention on the festival circuit.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its striking and original stop-motion animation.
  • Commended for its eerie atmosphere and unsettling psychological horror.
  • Lauded for its bold, surreal storytelling that leaves a lasting impression.

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Awards & Accolades

Nominated for an Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film, won numerous awards at film festivals worldwide including the Genie Award for Best Animated Short.

Fun Fact

The intricate stop-motion puppets were created using a variety of unusual materials, including wire, fabric, and recycled paper, contributing to the film's unique tactile and organic feel.

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The eponymous lady, weighed down by a mountain of luggage and pestered by a moth is awaiting a train. She boards to find two of the passengers engaging in what I can only describe as the most surreal game of chess - the moves randomly decid...