Kaspar (Inspired by the Life of Kaspar Hauser)
2012
8 min
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This animated short by Diane Obomsawin tells the story of Kaspar, a young man who discovers life - and light - after spending his entire life in a dark cave with a small wooden horse as only company. Based on the story of Kaspar Hauser, the famous 19th century orphan who has inspired countless artists.
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This animated short by Diane Obomsawin tells the story of Kaspar, a young man who discovers life - and light - after spending his entire life in a dark cave with a small wooden horse as only company. Based on the story of Kaspar Hauser, the famous 19th century orphan who has inspired countless artists.
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directorDiane Obomsawin
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scriptDiane Obomsawin
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animationDiane Obomsawin
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producerMarc Bertrand
Education
Ages 13 to 16
Diversity - Identity
Family Studies/Home Economics - Relationships
Health/Personal Development - Human Growth and Development
The story of Kaspar Hauser raises fundamental issues in philosophy, psychology, and sociology. Ask students to briefly research Hauser's life, then ask them to reflect in groups on the notion of nature vs. nurture. Alternately, assign a written essay on the differences in the ways adults and children perceive the world, and how our understanding of the world around is us shaped.
