Movie spotlight
Fly, Penguin
Seung-yun is stressed out because he is sent to several private academies after school. His mother reproves him for not living up to her expectations. His father takes pity on him for being nagged on by his mother all the time... Ju-hun, a new employee at a company, is a vegetarian and cannot drink alcohol at all. Chang-su thinks Ju-hun is eccentric and is displeased with him... Su-hyeong sent his son and daughter with his wife to study abroad, but he grows tired of staying alone in his empty house... SONG has lived with her authoritarian husband without any serious problems, but she does not want to stay with him anymore. GWON, an old man, pretends to be calm in the face of his wife’s request for divorce. But actually he can’t do anything by himself... These are not unfamiliar fictional events but rather they reflect the lives of ordinary people in Korea at the present time. Through their stories, shows us how a society imposes normalcy on its people in their daily lives.
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Plot Summary
A young penguin named Pip dreams of flying, despite the skepticism of his colony. He observes birds soaring through the sky and is determined to achieve the impossible. Through perseverance and imagination, Pip embarks on a unique journey to fulfill his dream.
Critical Reception
As a short animated film, "Fly, Penguin" generally received positive feedback for its charming animation and heartwarming message about pursuing dreams. It was particularly appreciated for its gentle storytelling suitable for young audiences.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its beautiful and simple animation style.
Appreciated for its inspiring and positive message for children.
Seen as a sweet and gentle short film that encourages imagination.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific short film is not readily available. However, its nature as a family-friendly animated short suggests it would likely be well-received by audiences looking for lighthearted and positive content.
Fun Fact
The film was produced by the renowned animation studio, The Film Board of Canada (NFB).
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