Coot

About This Movie

Coot (2023) is this intriguing animated film that navigates a rather whimsical premise. With a ferryboat skipper suddenly lacking passengers due to a new bridge, the film takes a turn when a resourceful coot comes into play. The animation style feels refreshing, with a certain charm that really captures the essence of the natural world. The pacing is relaxed yet engaging, allowing the viewer to soak in the atmosphere. There’s a delightful simplicity in its storytelling, focusing on themes of adaptation and resourcefulness. The character design is quirky, and the coot itself is quite expressive, giving the film a distinctive personality. It’s one of those films that you appreciate for its creativity and the gentle messages it carries along the way.

Unique animation styleQuirky character designThemes of adaptation and resourcefulness