La Salla
1996
8 min
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In this animated short, the classic tale of temptation is revealed in the form of a comic opera. In a room full of wind-up toys, our hero sets a chain of events into motion that ends up disturbing both his own, and the viewer's, sense of reality. La Salla has won many awards and earned an Oscar®-nomination.
Details
In this animated short, the classic tale of temptation is revealed in the form of a comic opera. In a room full of wind-up toys, our hero sets a chain of events into motion that ends up disturbing both his own, and the viewer's, sense of reality. La Salla has won many awards and earned an Oscar®-nomination.
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directorRichard Condie
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animationRichard Condie
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producerChes YetmanRichard Condie
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executive producerChes Yetman
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sound editingPatrick Godfrey
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musicPatrick Godfrey
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re-recordingPaul Sharpe
Education
Ages 16 to 17
Health/Personal Development - Problem Solving/Conflict Resolution
Introduce the term “comic opera” (a play largely set to music, employing comic effects or situations). Discuss whether this short animation satisfies the criteria. Consider a discussion around the topic of temptation, being sure to begin with Adam and Eve. Once the students can identify the concept of symbolism, discuss the symbolic references in this film.
