SummaryIn hard times, a miller sells his daughter to the Devil. Protected by her purity, she escapes from the Devil who, in revenge, deprives her of her hands. So begins her long journey towards the light... but in spite of her resilience and the new protection of a handsome prince's estate, the Devil devises a plan of his own.
Directed By:Sébastien Laudenbach
Written By:Jacob Grimm, Wilhelm Grimm, Sébastien Laudenbach, Olivier Py
The Girl Without Hands
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Universal Acclaim
82
User score
Generally Favorable
7.0
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
100% Positive
8 Reviews
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Jul 20, 2017
90
It’s striking how much can be conveyed with such economy: a few deft line depict diving terns, a gently turning water wheel. There’s a wild, unruly quality to the drawing at times of emotional trauma.
Jul 21, 2017
88
Laudenbach's style is haunting. Some of his artwork stops you in your tracks.
Jul 20, 2017
80
Each shimmering frame is composed of multiple layers of diverse drawing and painting techniques and washes of color combined with 2D computer animation.
Jul 20, 2017
80
Composed of broad, colorful brushstrokes and minimalist figuration, this seldom-told story can be a bit slow on the plot side but makes up for it with exquisite artistry and a welcome sense of gloom.
Aug 3, 2017
70
“Girl” is a welcome reminder that animation doesn’t have to be synonymous with realistically rendered CG, but can be a means of artistic expression as uniquely personal as a signature.
Jul 20, 2017
63
Those fascinated by the art of animation will find much to ponder here — the hand-drawn brush strokes, the lush colors, the way just a few quickly sketched lines suddenly take vivid life.
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Generally Favorable
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Jun 11, 2018
8
Make no mistake, the star of this adult fairy tale is the animation itself. Beautiful to look at, like nothing I've seen before. I enjoyed the entire film with the exception of the artsy confusing ending. A must see for animation buffs.
Production Company:
- Les Films Sauvages
- Les Films Pelléas
- Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée (CNC)
- Région Aquitaine Limousin Poitou-Charentes
- La Région Île-de-France
Release Date:Jul 21, 2017
Duration:1 h 16 m
Awards
Tokyo Anime Award
• 2 Wins & 2 Nominations
International Cinephile Society Awards
• 1 Win & 1 Nomination
Lumiere Awards, France
• 1 Nomination
