This animated version of Peter and the Wolf utilizes stop-frame model animation and a musical performance by the Philharmonia Orchestra. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
Directed by: Suzie Templeton
DVD Release Date: December 9, 2008
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February 8, 2009The tale , although well known, is moving and the character design is spectacular, as well as the music by the Philharmonic. There isn't a word of dialogue by the human characters, but their feelings and thoughts come through crystal clear through facial expressions, and in the... read more
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April 24, 2008Wasn't terribly impressed by this mediocre Fantasia-esque effort. The other nominated shorts were more original in story (Même les pigeons vont au paradis), music (Madame Tutli-Putli), animation (Moya lyubov), and overarching theme (I Met the Walrus).
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December 20, 2011A landmark short in stop motion animation history. This more than deserving Oscar winner is a true masterpiece of its art. The Sergei Prokofiev libretto has been adapted countless times but rarely has it been done so compellingly. The characters come to life marvelously and th... read more
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December 31, 2008An animated retelling set to Prokofiev's suite. Peter is a slight lad, solitary, locked out of the woods by his protective grandfather, his only friend a duck. In town, he's bullied. When a wolf menaces the duck - as well as grandfather's fat cat and an ill-flying bird that Peter... read more
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March 26, 2008this was a beautifl peice. the claymation was down right amazing and ths score was brilant fit perfcety with the animation. definate winner for the acameadey award. exacent and beautiful
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January 29, 2008Extremely marvelous stop-motion, based on the composition by Sergei Prokofiev about umm, a boy and a wolf. Very well-done.
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