Overview

• Claude Barras returns to Cannes with 'Sauvages,' an animated film about a young girl reconnecting with her Indigenous roots.
• The film explores themes of environmental conservation and cultural preservation against the backdrop of industrial deforestation.
• Barras collaborated closely with the Penan people of Borneo to ensure an authentic and respectful portrayal.
• 'Sauvages' features stunning stop-motion animation and a richly detailed soundscape that brings the Borneo jungle to life.
• The narrative highlights the resilience of nature and the importance of fighting for environmental justice.