Overview

• Critics at Sud Ouest and Le Journal du Dimanche commend the nostalgic visuals and faithful evocation of Provence.
• The 1 hour 30 minute film centers on Marcel Pagnol in 1956 writing his memoirs as he is visited by a younger double of himself.
• Reviewers report the second half loses intensity, with ellipses producing a catalog-like progression of events.
• Chomet blends traditional 2D animation with authentic archival rushes, including footage used to portray Raimu on screen.
• Developed with input from Nicolas Pagnol and featuring voice work by Laurent Lafitte, the feature marks Chomet’s first major release in about 15 years.