Lost and Found
Lost and Found
G | 24 December 2008 (USA)
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A magical tale of friendship and loneliness, which tells the story of a little boy who one day finds a penguin on his doorstep. Although at first he is unsure what to do, the boy becomes determined to help the penguin find his way back home... even if that means rowing all the way to the South Pole!

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Softwing

Most undeservingly overhyped movie of all time??

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Mjeteconer

Just perfect...

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Executscan

Expected more

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AnhartLinkin

This story has more twists and turns than a second-rate soap opera.

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Horst in Translation (filmreviews@web.de)

"Lost and Found" is a British animated short film that runs for 24 minutes and was directed by Philip Hunt. it is his most known work so far and he also adapted the the children's story by Oliver Jeffers. The movie won tons of awards and while I am not sure if that's justified, i guess it was a fairly decent watch. The animation style certainly looks older than 21st century. I must say I did not really like the looks of the boy, but I did like the penguin(s). The animal meets the boy and stays with him and together the two go on a journey to meet the penguin's family. The narrator here is Oscar winner Jim Broadbent. I think this is a good watch for animation film lovers, even if I feel it's probably mostly for very young audiences. If you don't like animation, watch something else instead. Overall, I recommend it. Thumbs up.

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TheLittleSongbird

I saw Lost and Found as an admirer of Jim Broadbent and as a fan of the source material and animation. And I found it truly magical, that was every bit as good as its source material if not better.The animation was beautiful, it was never overdone but quiet yet atmospheric with crisp backgrounds and bold use of colour. The characters were convincing in design and movement too. The music had a nostalgic feel to it, and was also hypnotic without being obtrusive.Another strong point was the story. It was a simple, but very touchingly told story, with one of the most heartwarming messages I have encountered in a film or short film in a while. The characters were so likable and engaging. Jim Broadbent's narration was soothing and just perfect.In conclusion, a must see. 10/10 Bethany Cox

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jfgibson73

Before I had seen this movie, I had never heard of the story. Since I've watched it, I've accidentally come across the book several times while looking around the libraries with my daughter. I have to say that this adaption actually makes the story easier to understand.It tells a simple story with nice visuals and some fun moments. I think this film would actually be many times better without the cutesy narration. Everything being said in the voice over is completely unnecessary, and takes away from the charm of the interaction between the two main characters.Basically, a boy has a penguin turn up at his door and tries to get it to go away. He eventually makes a trip to the south pole, but then realizes he wants to keep the penguin.I appreciate it anytime I can find something that is well told and simple enough for young children, without being noisy or ironic. This is a gentle story with no wisecracks or sarcasm done very well. I think it would play even better with just musical accompaniment.

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ronmanager

I stumbled across this on TV this morning. What a touching and beautiful animated story of a boy who finds a penguin on his doorstep one day.Initially an irritation to the boy, he decides it must be lost. So unable to find the owner he realises that the only option is to take the penguin 'home' to the South Pole. So he builds a boat and they set off on the journey... However, through their trials and tribulations of their voyage a relationship is forming. They eventually make it but the boy suddenly realises that they are now friends and meant to be together but is it too late?The animation is excellent and the characters are perfectly represented. Both sad and uplifting, it brought a tear to my eye it did and I came straight here to tell you all!

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