Watch on Amazon<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n This 2007 movie is based on the graphic novel by Marjane Satrapi, where she tells her story of growing up in Iran before, during and after the Islamic Revolution of 1979.<\/p>\n We see how her family\u2019s everyday life is affected and the hardships they go through before she eventually leaves for Europe. “Persepolis”\u00a0was nominated for an Oscar and won the Jury\u2019s Prize at the Cannes Film Festival in 2007.<\/p>\n Watch on Amazon<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Released in 2010, this captivating French animated film tells the story of Dino, a domestic cat leading a double life. By day, he lives with a little girl named Zoe, but at night, he becomes a partner-in-crime to a burglar.<\/p>\n When Zoe’s life is in danger, Dino must use his unique abilities to save her and reconcile his two worlds.<\/p>\n Watch on Amazon Prime<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n “Gandahar” is an animated science fiction and fantasy film created by Ren\u00e9 Laloux in 1988. It tells the story of the people of Gandahar who live in peace and harmony with nature.<\/p>\n They’re suddenly attacked by a group of automatons, the Men of Metal, who come from 1000 years in the future. They turn all the residents into stone and take them back to their base. You’ll have to watch to see what how it ends!\u00a0<\/p>\n Watch on Amazon<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n This more recent film from 2020 follows the adventures of a cheerful and imaginative young girl named Ella. Together with her best friend Henry, they embark on imaginative playtime and exciting adventures in their lively neighborhood.<\/p>\n Filled with friendship, creativity and life lessons, this heartwarming film celebrates the joy of childhood and the power of imagination.<\/p>\n Watch on YouTube<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n “U” was created by Serge Elissalde and Gr\u00e9goire Solotareff in 2006. This animated film is about Mona, a young princess who lives sad and alone in a ruined castle. One day, a unicorn called U appears and befriends her.<\/p>\n Later, a group of musicians comes to the forest near the castle. Mona is fascinated by their music and a charming guitar player called Kulka.<\/p>\n Watch on Amazon<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n Released in 2011, this is a charming French animated film set in 1920s Algeria. The story revolves around a witty and philosophical cat who, after swallowing a parrot, gains the ability to speak.<\/p>\n As the Rabbi’s trusted companion, the cat embarks on a journey filled with humor, cultural clashes and spiritual exploration, challenging traditional beliefs and questioning the nature of faith and identity.<\/p>\n Watch on Netflix<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n This poignant 2019 French animated film intertwines two narratives. It follows the journey of a severed hand as it navigates the bustling city in search of its owner, Naoufel.<\/p>\n Through flashbacks, we uncover Naoufel’s past, his encounter with love and the tragic events that led to the loss of his hand. This mesmerizing film explores themes of loss, destiny and the power of human connection.<\/p>\n Watch on YouTube<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n This delightful animated short film from 1997 was written and directed by Sylvain Chomet, one of France\u2019s best-known cartoonists, animators and film directors. “La vieille dame et les pigeons”<\/em> was his first animation film and was up for an Oscar.\u00a0<\/p>\n It tells the wacky story of a famished gendarme<\/em> (police officer) and an old lady who feeds pigeons. The gendarme<\/em> dresses up as a pigeon to trick the old lady into feeding him.<\/p>\n Watch on Amazon<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n This movie by director Ren\u00e9 Laloux is based on the novel “Oms en s\u00e9rie”<\/em> by French writer Stefan Wul, and features the drawings of artist Roland Topor. “La plan\u00e8te sauvage”<\/em> was one of the earliest animation films meant for an adult audience, winning the Special Jury Prize at Cannes in 1973.<\/p>\n This futuristic story is about the small human-like Oms who are abducted by blue-skinned giants called Draggs and their efforts to return to their planet.<\/p>\n Watch on YouTube<\/a> or VUDU<\/a> | IMDb page<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n This is an enthralling French animated film that takes place inside a mysterious painting. The characters, partially completed by the painter, embark on a quest to find him and discover their true identities.<\/p>\n This visually stunning film explores themes of identity, acceptance and the power of art, offering a unique and imaginative journey through the world of paintings.<\/p>\n If you’re in France or can otherwise access French content online, here are a few more animated films I highly recommend:<\/p>\n Maybe you\u2019ve already seen some great\u00a0French movies on Netflix<\/a> or Amazon Prime<\/a>. Indeed France is well known for its prolific film industry; it is after all the birthplace of cinema, thanks to the Lumi\u00e8re Brothers<\/a>.<\/p>\n But did you know that France is also famous for its animation film industry, and has produced many notable, award-winning animated movies? Many of these are Oscar nominees and prize-winners at international film festivals.<\/p>\n In fact, there are over two dozen animation studios creating films for television and the movie screen in France, and the annual International Festival of Animated Film<\/a> in Annecy is one of the most important international animation film festivals.<\/p>\n Here are a few tips on how you can improve your French while watching French movies<\/a>:<\/p>\n FluentU<\/strong> takes authentic videos\u2014like music videos, movie trailers, news and inspiring talks\u2014and turns them into personalized language learning lessons.<\/p>\r\n <\/p> \r\n You can try FluentU for free for 2 weeks. Check out the website or download the iOS app<\/a> or Android app.<\/a><\/p>\r\n2. “Une vie de chat”<\/em> (A Cat in Paris)<\/span><\/h2>\n
3. “Gandahar”<\/h2>\n
4. “Elleville Elfrid”<\/em> (Ella Bella Bingo)<\/h2>\n
5. “U”<\/h2>\n
6. “Le chat du rabbin”<\/em> (The Rabbi’s Cat)<\/h2>\n
7. “J’ai perdu mon corps”<\/em> (I Lost My Body)<\/h2>\n
8. “La vieille dame et les pigeons”<\/em>\u00a0(The Old Lady and the Pigeons)<\/h2>\n
9. “La plan\u00e8te sauvage”<\/em>\u00a0(Fantastic Planet)<\/h2>\n
10. “Le tableau”<\/em> (The Painting)<\/h2>\n
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France\u2019s Animation Film Industry<\/h2>\n
How to Learn French Efficiently with Animated Movies<\/h2>\n
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