– Contributor Bullet Points:
– Tomorrow marks the debut of “Savages”, a fresh stop-motion animated feature from the acclaimed director, Claude Barras.
– This constitutes his initial project following the enormous success of “My Life as a Courgette” in 2016.
– The story for “Savages” was penned by the incredible team of Catherine Paillé and Morgan Navarro.
– In this project, Barras delves into his Swiss roots and it’s quite intriguing how he manages to link this with the Penan tribe of Borneo.
– The interview with director Claude Barras about the film was recently published in Skwigly Animation Magazine.
Hot Take: Savages- An Exciting Blend of Swiss Roots and Borneo Heritage
Yet another stop-motion sensation on the horizon from Barras’s cinematic kitchen!
We’re on the brink of another artistic brainchild by Claude Barras who previously kept us at the edge of our seats with ‘My Life as a Courgette’. This time around, he’s serving yet another exquisite dish to the stop-motion lovers – ‘Savages’. It’s like the rich Swiss chocolate and the spicy Borneo curry had a cinematic baby!
Hold on to your popcorn folks, we’re not hopping on a roller coaster but a trip to the learned director’s Swiss heritage, intersecting with the intriguing lifestyle of the Penan people of Borneo. It’s surely going to be as meeting of the Swiss Timekeeper and the Borneo Headhunter in one epic stop-motion animation. If you thought the Alps were high, wait until you dip into the depths of the Borneo rainforest through this unique cinematic experience!
Exciting news! The UK is about to get a taste of Savages, a new stop-motion animated masterpiece by acclaimed director Claude Barras. Barras, famous for his 2016 hit My Life as a Courgette, has once again teamed up with Catherine Paillé and Morgan Navarro to deliver a spellbinding tale inspired by his own Swiss heritage as well as the compelling stories of the Penan people of Borneo. The film stars Kéria, a young girl who finds herself navigating the complex intersection of environmental activism, familial loyalty, and personal growth. Premiered at Cannes and highly praised at festivals including Annecy last year, this is one film you won’t want to miss! Think back to My Life as a Courgette and how it paved the way to Savages. Let’s dive into that journey. Barras says, “The unexpected success of My Life as a Courgette was a springboard to creating a dream film far removed from my own experience – an opportunity too good to pass up.” Interested in learning about the challenges of creating a long form animated feature outside the traditional studio system? Let Barras take you behind the scenes. Barras shares, “In Europe, creating a film with a budget of around 8-9 million euros is fairly straightforward. But when your ambitions begin outstretching that figure, you’re forced to start thinking more commercially. Thankfully, the continued success of Courgette helped to secure financing for Savages.” Ever wonder how a director’s personal experience can shape a film? Barras explores this link with Savages. “Hailing from a family that lived a semi-nomadic lifestyle, the allure of a story that harks back to these roots while also exploring the rapid pace of change in the modern world was too strong to resist.” Discover how Barras’ experience in Borneo influenced the setting of the film. “I travelled to Borneo, immersing myself in the world I wanted to retell, from the endangered orangutans to the resilient Penan people.” Savages (Dir. Claude Barras, MetFilm Distribution) Wondering how different writers contribute to the same script? Hear from Barras about collaborating with Catherine Paillé and Morgan Navarro. “Working with Morgan on dialogue, with Nancy on character relationships, and with Catherine on the plot made for an enriching and fruitful collaboration.” Find out why Barras felt that now was the right time to tell a story like Savages. “Considering the current ecological situation, this story of small victories against deforestation and the consequences of resource exploitation feels more urgent than ever.” Savages (Dir. Claude Barras, MetFilm Distribution) Discover how younger audiences have been responding to the film. “Children are actively involved in the dialogue about environmental issues, asking how they can help protect the orangutans and the Penan communities.” Savages hits UK cinemas on August 1st!
Original article: https://www.skwigly.co.uk/claude-barras-savages/