It is a short film that stands out for its aesthetics of diverse fabrics and for its teachings about dreams, identity and discrimination.
Red Peti It is a stop motion animated short film that is among the films from the catalogue of Netflix. This content is suitable for the whole family and tells the story of a bird that is adopted by a family of mice. Her teachings and her design made with various fabrics earned her a nomination for the 2022 Oscars.
The production was carried out in collaboration between the streaming platform and Aardman Animations. The latter label is a specialist in stop motion films, having previously collaborated on films such as: Escape from the Farm and in the creation of the characters Shaun the Sheep and Wallas and Gromit. This time it supported the production company’s first film, which is made with fabrics, wool and similar textures to create a unique piece for both children and adults.
What is Peti Roja, the Netflix movie, about?
The story begins when a robin’s egg falls on a rainy night. It remains unharmed and is found by a humble family of mice. The father mouse and his four children decide to adopt the bird and raise him as one of their own.They are a small, close-knit clan that sneaks around in search of food. These moments create some very funny scenes because of the differences in body types between the characters.
The bird’s long legs stand out among the mice but it behaves like one more. Peti Roja will see the star on a Christmas tree and will fight to get it because she thinks that by having it she will be able to make a wish. This short is aimed at children but touches on themes of formation of identity, adoption, dreams, mistreatment of animals and discrimination. All this makes it an excellent option to watch during any break in the day.
Trailer for Peti Roja, a Netflix movie
Peti Roja Awards, Netflix movie
The film directed by Dan Oari and Michael Please received nominations for Best animated short film at the Oscars and the Cristal for best TV production at the 2022 Annecy Festival
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