Manou the Swift
Manou the Swift

Manou the Swift

2019Movie88 minEnglish

The little swift Manou grows up believing he's a seagull. Learning to fly he finds out he never will be. Shocked, he runs away from home. He meets birds of his own species and finds out who he really is. When both seagulls and swifts face a dangerous threat, Manou becomes the hero of the day.

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IMDb6.1/10
Google Users75%
Director: Andreas Procter, Elke BarthmannGenres: Animation, Adventure, Comedy

Plot Summary

Manou, a common swift, believes he is a seagull and tries to live like one. He faces prejudice from the seagull community and struggles to fit in. When a dangerous threat emerges, Manou must embrace his true identity and unite the swifts and seagulls to save their home.

Critical Reception

Manou the Swift received a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its colorful animation and positive message about self-acceptance, while some found the plot predictable and the humor inconsistent.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually appealing animation with vibrant colors.
  • The film promotes a positive message of individuality and acceptance.
  • Some viewers found the storyline to be a bit too simplistic and predictable.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally appreciated the film's themes of belonging and self-discovery, finding it a charming watch for younger viewers. Some noted that while enjoyable, it might not fully engage older audiences.

Fun Fact

The film was originally conceived and produced in Germany before being released internationally.

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