Dárek

This short film by Jiří Trnka has an interesting structure. It begins as a live-action film with a single actor, František Filipovský, who has just finished writing the drama Dárek (The Gift). This drama then begins to come to life as an animated film. Jiří Trnka and his illustrators brilliantly play with the format, showcasing how drawing bridges the gap between animation and art on paper. Additionally, there is an excellent story with great ideas that you won't see just anywhere. The drawing itself, which occasionally completely lacks an outline, is distinctive. It’s a beautiful example of how a story and characters can be portrayed in a short space and through animation. And it’s funny. (2014.01.06)

An absolutely excellent symbiosis of action and animation. Moreover, František Filipovský is acting in a color film quite early on. It’s a funny idea with a great point. And of course, a kitten in the lead role never hurts. (2015.08.13)