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The Flower & The Bee
Callie is a 10 year-old girl who's intrigued when she saw two 15 year-old boys on her pick-up shuttle bus making a hand gesture which is considered as symbol related to sex. Callie doesn't know the meaning of the gesture and she can't stop thinking about it. From that moment onward, she insists to find out about it by asking adults around her.
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Plot Summary
In a dystopian future where humans have forgotten the existence of flowers and bees due to severe pollution, a young girl named Pari embarks on a quest to find a mythical flower. Her journey is filled with challenges and discoveries as she tries to bring back nature's beauty to her bleak world.
Critical Reception
The film received critical acclaim for its unique concept, stunning animation, and relevant environmental message. It was praised for its imaginative storytelling and its ability to engage both children and adults with its poignant narrative.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its visually stunning animation and imaginative world-building.
Applauded for its timely and important environmental message.
Noted for its sensitive portrayal of a child's perspective in a dystopian setting.
Google audience: Audience reception information is not widely available from Google user reviews.
Awards & Accolades
Screened at the Annecy International Animated Film Festival and won the 'Special Mention' award at the International Film Festival of India (IFFI).
Fun Fact
The film's director, Gitanjali Rao, spent years developing the unique visual style that blends 2D and 3D animation techniques.
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