CODA
CODA

Movie spotlight

CODA

2014
Movie
10 min
English

This short animation draws on advanced digital technologies to offer a new vision of dance in cinema. With motion capture (MoCap) and particle processing, designers Denis Poulin and Martine Époque create virtual dancers free of their morphological appearance. In this balletic and hypnotic film, dynamic traces carry the motion of the real dancers behind the on-screen movements. Addressing environmental themes by way of metaphor, CODA is a fused universe where space and time collide, deploy, and dissolve. In this technically and formally innovative film, luminous bodies in the infinite space of the cosmos transform and evolve to the rhythms of Stravinsky’s Rite of Spring.

Insights

IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic72/100
Google Users94%
Director: Sian HederGenres: Comedy-drama, Music

Plot Summary

Ruby Rossi is the sole hearing member of a Deaf family (Child of Deaf Adults - CODA). She struggles to balance her family's fishing business responsibilities with her own aspirations of pursuing a singing career. As she navigates her passion for music and her commitment to her family, Ruby must confront the difficult choices that will shape her future.

Critical Reception

CODA received widespread critical acclaim, particularly for its heartfelt performances, direction, and uplifting story. It was praised for its authentic portrayal of the Deaf community and its moving exploration of family dynamics and individual dreams. The film was a major awards contender, culminating in its success at the Academy Awards.

What Reviewers Say

  • A heartwarming and uplifting story with exceptional performances, especially from the lead.

  • Praised for its authentic representation of the Deaf community and its sensitive handling of family relationships.

  • The film effectively balances humor, drama, and musical elements to create a touching and memorable experience.

Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved CODA, praising its emotional depth, the strong performances of its cast, and its inspiring narrative. Many highlighted the film's ability to be both funny and deeply moving, resonating with its themes of family, dreams, and overcoming challenges.

Awards & Accolades

Won Best Picture, Best Supporting Actor (Troy Kotsur), and Best Adapted Screenplay at the 94th Academy Awards. Also won the SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture and the BAFTA Award for Best Adapted Screenplay.

Fun Fact

Troy Kotsur, who plays the father, Frank Rossi, is Deaf in real life, and his performance was widely lauded for its nuance and expressiveness.

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