Credits

Land

France

Taal

French

Ondertitels

English

Speeltijd

72

Regie

René Laloux

Jaar

1972

Storyline

On the planet Ygam, the Draags, extremely technologically and spiritually advanced blue humanoids, consider the tiny Oms, human beings descendants of Terra’s inhabitants, as ignorant animals. Those who live in slavery are treated as simple pets and used to entertain Draag children; those who live hidden in the hostile wilderness of the planet are periodically hunted and ruthlessly slaughtered as if they were vermin.

Golan:
“Animation, especially hand-drawn, deserves to be shown on the big screen, which is why my staff pick is the classic French La Planète sauvage. An adaptation of the sci-fi novel Oms en série that uses the medium of animation to its fullest potential. It has been a source of inspiration for many artists, including music producers ranging from Madlib to Flying Lotus. This is no surprise as the soundtrack is extremely unique, something that’s also true for the film’s visual language and art-style. Its existential themes remain relevant today. I personally love the environments, the design of the Draags and the music. A movie that is best seen in The Movies. Join us on March 18th for this exclusive screening of La Planète Sauvage!”