Review of Song of the Sea (2014) by John D — 30 Oct 2014
Saw this at the BFI film festival in London with an 8 and 9 year old. The animation is gorgeous and the children were riveted despite the lack of CGI. The influence of Irish megalithic art provides a real sense of magic and the story brings ancient legends at risk of being lost back to life while blending them easily with the modern world.
It delves into quite dark themes for a children?s film and the issues of family separation and loss triggered emotions that weren?t expected. It wasn?t surprising to see so many adults in the audience wiping away tears towards the end of the movie.
The children with them seemed to hold it together better and all were smiling at the end. The only thing Disney about this offering is Cartoon Saloon?s willingness to expose children to loss but unlike Bambi it shouldn?t scar them for life.
This review of Song of the Sea (2014) was written by John D on 30 Oct 2014.
Song of the Sea has generally received very positive reviews.
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