"E"
Under the guise of a pretty fairy tale, this animated short makes a strong political statement. Animated paper cut-outs enact a drama in which a dictator imposes his delusions on his unfortunate subjects. The humour is black and, despite the absence of dialogue, the message is crystal clear.
Under the guise of a pretty fairy tale, this animated short makes a strong political statement. Animated paper cut-outs enact a drama in which a dictator imposes his delusions on his unfortunate subjects. The humour is black and, despite the absence of dialogue, the message is crystal clear.
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directorBretislav PojarFrancine Desbiens
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producerRobert Forget
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soundRoger LamoureuxLouis Hone
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editingHans Peter Strobl
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voiceLes Mimes électriquesPatrice ArbourBernard Carez
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musicMaurice Blackburn
This film could be used as an introduction to political ideologies of single-party and authoritarian states. What institutions are used to enforce mainstream ideas? What consequences are there to following/not following mainstream ideas? Select a well-known dictator or totalitarian leader from different continents (e.g., Mao, Castro, Hitler, Pinochet) and research their rise and consolidation of power.
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"E", Bretislav Pojar & Francine Desbiens, provided by the National Film Board of Canada