The Circus
Storyline
In the vestibule of a hospital room, a young boy waits to see his dying mother. The clamor and spiralling movements of bodies around him intensify, forming a grotesque circus—a cacophonous circle that pushes the child back, depriving him of one final touch of his mother's hand. Using rotoscoped drawings suggestive of charcoal sketches, as well as 3D and object animation techniques, The Circus compels viewing with its unsettling realism. Colour is employed metaphorically to subtly express the promise and the memory of maternal affection. Nicolas Brault's highly personal film, suffused with poetic modesty, casts a poignantly sincere gaze on the heartbreak of a child facing the fearful, mysterious experience of his mother's death.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was The Circus released?+
The Circus was released on August 27, 2010.
Who directed The Circus?+
The Circus was directed by Nicolas Brault.
Who stars in The Circus?+
The main cast of The Circus includes Sophie Clément, Josée Lefebvre, Marie-Ève Milot, Jacques Godin.
How long is The Circus?+
The Circus has a runtime of 7m.
What genre is The Circus?+
The Circus is classified as Animation.
What is the rating of The Circus?+
The Circus has an average audience rating of 7.0 out of 10, based on 1 votes.
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